Elections
Why did Lapid launch 'doom campaign' before election was even called? - analysis
With his recent statements, opposition leader Yair Lapid is telling voters: you have a wide selection in the “change camp”, choose the party you know will not join a government with Netanyahu.
Israeli ex-PM Naftali Bennett indicates he will not form gov't with Netanyahu after elections
Bennett’s poll surge could be pushing him toward Likud, Yesh Atid MK warns
Lapid warns opposition could lose to Netanyahu without unity, says Yesh Atid is ‘key’ to victory
Reservists Party accuses Likud of pressuring registrar to block its registration
The party, led by former communications minister Yoaz Hendel, is made up largely of IDF reservists. Registered back in September, its final approval has been delayed for more than a month.
Netanyahu presses on with reforms as Likud turmoil intensifies
Senior lawmakers clash over procedure and politics, raising doubts about the governing bloc’s direction and its ability to advance key reforms.
75% of Arab Israelis support Arab party joining government coalition post-war, survey reveals
The survey, conducted by Tel Aviv University, examined the attitudes of Israel’s Arab population following the conclusion of the war in Gaza.
Mamdani’s win in NYC mayoral election illuminates hostility to Israel, Jews - opinion
It is no longer a political liability to openly show disdain for Israel and Jews; it is an asset.
Conservative Asfura, backed by Trump, takes slim lead in Honduras presidential election
The Honduran election faces a highly polarized climate amid fraud accusations. The ruling party's Rixi Moncada suggested she might not recognize the official results.
Israel needs to find a way to move on after years of Netanyahu corruption trial - editorial
With the haredi draft and West Bank annexation alone, there are major issues on the table to be faced in the future.
Jewish moderate Julie Menin claims victory as next New York City Council speaker
Manhattan councilwoman Julie Menin claims enough support to become New York City Council speaker, signaling a possible shift toward moderation under mayor-elect Mamdani.
Czech president voices opposition to cabinet nominee who made Nazi salute
Filip Turek stated that his Nazi salute and posting of Nazi memorabilia were due to "bad humour" rather than any affinity to Nazism or racism.
Challenges of a parliamentary system: How Knesset emasculated Israel - opinion
Seventy percent of Israelis want a new prime minister - yet voters have no mechanism to make it happen.
What everyone misread about Trump's warm meeting with Mamdani - opinion
Trump’s decision to meet with Mamdani should be understood not as an endorsement but as reconnaissance.
