Ministers begin transfer of power. World leaders congratulate PM Bennett. Hamas threatens rocket fire if Flag March takes place.
Knesset set to vote on new bloc for change government, ousting Netanyahu. Arab MK, after wavering, stresses there will be a government. First test of government Tuesday's scheduled flag parade.
Two Palestinian security officers and terror suspect killed in exchange with Israeli security forces during West Bank arrest operation. Far-right MK petitions court against police ban on his marching through Moslem Quarter of Old City. Israeli boy whose family was killed in Italy cable car crash is released from hospital.
IDF chief of staff says military in last minute prevented IDF intelligence officer from damaging state secret. Knesset committee sets vote on new government for 4 p.m. on Sunday. Large fire breaks out near communities in Jerusalem corridor.
Knesset to vote Sunday on new government to replace Netanyahu. Yamina lawmaker Orbach says he will support the coalition of change parties. Security cabinet to discuss Jerusalem flag parade after prime minister instructs police commissioner to come up with alternatives after police nix event amid security concerns.
Police ban Thursday's March of the Flags. MK Ben Gvir plans to march anyway. Knesset Speaker Levin due to announce date for swearing-in of new govt.
Two Yamina MKs receive security detail amid pressure on right-wing party not to join change coalition. Shin Bet director warns of dangerous political discourse that could lead to violence. Police discuss route request for controversial flag parade through Jerusalem's Old City.
Yesh Atid leader Lapid tells president he is able to form government. Prime Minister Netanyahu and political allies mount campaign to thwart new coalition. Defense Minister Gantz in Washington for talks with defense officials on security.
Yitzhak Herzog elected president. Talks to form new government go to the wire. Disagreements remain over Judicial Appointments committee and UAL terms.
Prime Minister Netanyahu: Israel will defend itself from existential Iran threat, even at cost of friction with United States. Leaders of bloc for change parties meet in bid to finalize coalition deal. Israel lifts coronavirus restrictions for gatherings, access to public venues.