Haim Bibas
Haim Bibas: The local authorities leader steering Israel through crisis
How Israel’s municipalities mobilized to protect and support citizens during the war, and why their future role will be central to Israel’s recovery, innovation, and long-term security
No. 46: Amir Avivi and Haim Bibas: Defending Israel’s security and representing its people
Nearly 5,000 Israelis evacuated due to Iranian missile damage, Bibas says
Grapevine: Bar mitzvahs in Israel
In Israel and across the world, Jews are feeling hope – and getting ready for heartbreak
The impending hostage release sparks hope, mourning, and questions about Gaza captives.
Israeli gov’t campaign in North America highlights baby hostage Kfir Bibas
The campaign's message, "Are your children coming home for Christmas?" is aimed at highlighting the distressing situation of 11-month-old Kfir Bibas.
Israel's government ministries 'non-functional' during war with Hamas - official
The Defense Ministry, Tourism Ministry, and Welfare and Social Services Ministry are the only Israeli ministries working, according to Federation of Local Authorities in Israel chairman Haim Bibas.
Local, regional authorities file High Court petition against 'Arnona Law'
Israeli authorities have argued that the "Arnona Law" could harm citizens and have detrimental economic effects on numerous localities.
Israel's municipalities, authorities go on strike to protest tax law
The strike by municipalities and local authorities throughout Israel is a protest against the government's plan to start a City Tax Fund.
Israeli municipalities threaten general strike over city tax plan
The clash between local authority leaders and government officials over what is known as the "Arnona Fund," which had been simmering for weeks, erupted on Sunday.
Local authority strike to pause until Thursday ‘to allow progress in dialogue’
According to a statement, Israel's Federation of Local Authorities is set to meet next Thursday to make plans for the future.
Israel hosting the Muni World 2021 of the EXPO Innovation Fair in TLV
The participants who come to Israel will go on tours of innovation and development centers all over Israel to learn about special models implemented here.
Bibas pushes to give local governments more authority in virus fight
However, some have suggested that, in spite of his criticisms of the government’s coronavirus policies, he is planning to go into national politics himself.
Coronavirus czars support 'COVID-free' zones through testing plan
The Health Ministry has stated that people who test negative for coronavirus cannot infect others within 72 hours of the test.
Coronavirus cabinet approves some retail openings, school debate rages on
"The decision of the coronavirus cabinet is no less than a spit in the face of the youth!"
