Israel Elections 2026

Israel or Judea, democracy or religion: What the 2026 election was really about - opinion

The 2026 elections raised a fundamental question about whether Israel can reconcile its Jewish national identity with equal political citizenship.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Ra'am chairman Mansour Abbas.
Yashar party chairman Gadi Eisenkot alongside members of his party at the party’s election headquarters in Tel Aviv, following the closing of polling stations and the release of exit poll results on Israel’s general election night, October 28, 2026.

Eisenkot moves closer to ousting Netanyahu, what could come next for Israel?

Ra'am party head MK Mansour Abbas leads a faction meeting, at the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, on June 29, 2026.

Bereaved families' forum seeks Shin Bet probe into alleged Ra'am voter-tracking app

Supporters watch election results during a midterm election night watch party for Texas Democratic Senate candidate, State Rep. James Talarico at the Long Center on November 3, 2026 in Austin, Texas.

US midterms reshaped Washington - but they won't decide our Jewish destiny - opinion


Border Police remove pro-Palestinian graffiti as Arab parties demand action on crime, governance

Border Police painted over nationalist graffiti in western Galilee villages, highlighting debates over governance as Arab parties seek political influence following the election.

Border Police officers paint over nationalist and pro-Palestinian graffiti on a wall in a western Galilee village, November 2026.

The consequences of the nature of hate - opinion

When a substantial number of citizens suspect their institutions are failing to investigate credible evidence, the damage extends far beyond disputed ballots.

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Leadership and quiet courage: What can Israeli politicians learn from the story of Abraham?

The elections have done little to break the deadlock, and another round would only further strain an already divided public, with little reason to expect a different outcome.

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Think you understand Israel's election? Here are 10 things the world may have missed - opinion

For the reported 67,000 Israelis who came here to vote and are returning home, and for the rest of us sticking around, here are 10 talking points for explaining our election results to the world.

Protesters demonstrate outside the President’s Residence during consultations between  President Isaac Herzog and political parties, in Jerusalem, November 5, 2026

A broken system: Can Israel fix its electoral rules before its democracy crumbles? - analysis

Some of the following ideas may need to wait until the main battle in Israeli politics is no longer between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s camp and the anti-Netanyahu camp.

CENTRAL ELECTIONS COMMITTEE offices at the Knesset, Oct. 29.

Middle Israel: Netanyahu's election lies pose a dangerous threat to Israeli democracy - opinion

Netanyahu's election lies go beyond political deception, threatening public trust in democracy and deepening divisions that could tear Israeli society apart.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at Likud’s election headquarters, where his confidence in his party’s support contrasted with polls that had consistently underestimated Likud’s strength.

After America's midterms, the clock is ticking for Israel to bridge its political divides

NATIONAL AFFAIRS: As hostility grows on the American Left and Right, prolonged coalition negotiations and the prospect of another election carry a strategic cost.

BURNING IMAGES of US President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during the war with Iran in April.

Liberman willing to compromise on haredi IDF draft law, UTJ chairman welcomes 'flexibility'

"It is heartening to see the flexibility displayed by all political players regarding the issue of military conscription," UTJ chairman Yakov Asher said in response to Liberman's announcement.

Yisrael Beiteinu party chairman MK Avigdor Liberman at the party’s election headquarters in Tel Aviv, on Israel’s general election night, October 27, 2026.

Saudi normalization will not happen under Netanyahu government, source says - report

"Saudi Arabia wants peace, negotiations, and for the Israeli-Palestinian issue to be closed via a two-state solution," the Saudi source said. "But Netanyahu is not there."

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman seen in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, September 17, 2025

Israeli watchdog demands probe into possible ties between Trump's aid waiver, Netanyahu endorsement

It also called for an examination of who participated in the decision, whether the Defense Ministry and Finance Ministry were consulted, and what assessments informed the move.

Prime Minister and Likud party chairman Benjamin Netanyahu speaks to the media after casting his ballot in Israel’s general elections at a polling station in Jerusalem, October 27, 2026