Potential rival issues no direct challenge to Netanyahu, says he wants to strengthen party

Citing ‘alarming deterioration,’ Hebrew U. institute’s report says PA’s elementary schoolbooks deny Israel’s existence and urge a ‘return’ to exclusively Palestinian homeland

Two people wanted by authorities over possible connections to blast; Netanyahu sends condolences to Putin

Channel 2 says investigators, stymied by inability to interview Australian billionaire, still leaning toward indicting Netanyahu, but recommendation won’t come before next summer

Stumping for Likud more than himself, ex-minister praises PM upon political reentry; top generals also seem out of the running

Manager of venue where track was played detained for ‘public outrage against modesty’

While some rushed to condemn Israel’s decision to build the Geulat Zion settlement, hawks and doves agree that red tape and US pressure could yet stymie the process

Officials say 3,700-year-old structure from 13th dynasty is in good condition, further excavation needed