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
Thin constitution needed to stabilize the government amid political crisis - opinion
Israel’s political future depends on adopting a thin constitution that prioritizes stability, fairness, and compromise, ensuring democratic governance amid internal divisions.
Next elections, Israel's politics of boycott against Netanyahu must end - opinion
Donald Trump sent a signed letter to President Herzog asking for a pardon for Prime Minister Netanyahu. Can Herzog pardon Netanyahu, and more importantly, can lawmakers work with him?
Israel's 2026 state budget to be brought for gov't approval on Dec. 4 amid tensions
After passing the first hurdle of government approval, the budget proposal will still need to be brought to the Knesset’s plenum for three separate readings before it is finalized.
After elections, Iraq walks a tightrope between US ties and Iran’s control - analysis
Iraq’s recent election saw 329 seats contested along sectarian lines. The outcome will impact the US-Iraq security arrangement and address the growing power of Iran-backed militias.
Iraq wraps up early voting as country braces for pivotal parliamentary elections
Prime Minister Mohammed Shia' al-Sudani called the vote decisive for the country's long-term direction, as it comes amid political splintering, voter fatigue, and realignments among key factions.
I chose a flawed candidate over one who hates Jews - opinion
Only after our survival is guaranteed will I go back to voting on issues other than Jewish life in America.
Rep. Elise Stefanik, self-styled protector of Jews right-wing, announces run for New York Governor
Stefanik seeks to become the first Republican since George Pataki to move into the governor’s mansion in Albany.
Despite Likud boost, opposition maintains majority as Sde Teiman, MAG scandal continues - poll
Despite the chaos of the week, when asked about their feelings regarding the future of Israel, just over half the public reported feeling optimistic.
Is this next election cycle our last chance to save Israel’s future?
POLITICAL AFFAIRS: Professor Dan Ben-David, a leading economist, warns that Israel’s future depends on urgent education reforms, with the next election potentially its last chance.
‘Jewish safety’ isn’t one thing. Let’s stop reducing a million NYers to a single concern - opinion
Discourse on "Jewish safety" in the NYC election is dehumanizing. A queer Jewish woman and JQY director argues that safety includes both fighting hate crimes and the freedom to be one's whole self.
