Naftali Bennett
Former PM Bennett backs civil marriage, public transport on Shabbat
Naftali Bennett’s remarks in favor of civil marriage and public transport on Shabbat draw praise from left-wing figures but face sharp criticism from haredi parties.
Netanyahu's coalition struggles to close gap against opposition for third week - poll
Bennett launches national disability inclusion plan, pledges accessibility reforms if elected
'Call of the hour': Major youth group backs Bennett ahead of elections, joins ‘Bennett 2026’ party
Israel's fractured opposition hands Netanyahu a full term - analysis
With the budget set to pass, Netanyahu’s government is poised to complete its term, as opposition infighting continues to undermine efforts to unseat him.
Eisenkot rejects Bennett’s offer to unite parties, says he won’t serve as ‘number two’
“I believe in myself, I know the kind of leadership I bring, and I see myself as a very strong candidate,” Former IDF chief of staff and leader of the Yashar! Party Gadi Eisenkot told N12.
One month of war uncertainty leaves Israel’s political map unchanged - poll
The poll further found that 51% of Israelis do not trust US President Donald Trump to end the war with Iran in a way that would preserve Israel’s interests.
Western Wall debate must not overshadow prayer, unity during times of war - opinion
Prayer at the Kotel should remain sacred, guiding Jews through crises rather than fueling division.
Iran regime change likely to take a year, Mossad chief Barnea predicted on eve of war
There were multiple scenarios and time periods, such as several months, but one year was the most likely estimate.
Israel needs leadership that can unify the nation without weakening its democracy - opinion
Amid deep divisions and post-October 7 trauma, Israel faces a leadership test: unity, trust, and governance must come before politics.
'Stealing like thieves': Opposition condemns gov't NIS 5b allocation to haredim, settlements
The government faces backlash over its decision to allocate NIS 5 billion to haredi institutions and settlements during Israel’s ongoing conflict.
Operation Roaring Lion has little effect in Israel's political arena, poll finds
The war does not appear to have substantially altered Israeli voting patterns, with Netanyahu's Likud only gaining one seat.
Gantz gives PM ‘full backing,' calls to topple Iranian regime after joint security assessment
“I made it clear to the prime minister: you have my full backing,” Gantz said after the meeting.
Israeli elections: New poll shows Eisenkot gain, Bennett dip, blocs frozen at 60–50
Despite shifts among individual party leaders, the overall balance between the blocs remains unchanged: 60 seats for the opposition and 50 for the coalition.
