Drivers rescued from cars in cities south of Tel Aviv, as winter system blows through; Beirut also sees inundated roads

Yisrael Beytenu chief says only a broad, unity coalition can cope with security and economic challenges at hand, after PM appeals to him in last-ditch effort to avoid 3rd election

Lt. Gen. (res.) Gadi Eisenkot says Jewish state fully capable of defending itself without an American treaty, though one could be useful if Iran goes nuclear

But Justice Department's inspector general points to 'serious performance failures' by bureau; Trump maintains conclusions show 'an attempted overthrow'

Rival MK Gideon Sa'ar welcomes announcement as part of party's 'great democratic tradition'; PM predicts he will achieve a 'big victory' in vote