Naftali Bennett

US Jews urge unity, but Israelis must live with the consequences - opinion

For those on the outside, until they’re ready to put some skin in the game by moving here, the business of governing should be left to those of us who call Israel our home!

MK Ahmad Tibi attends Hadash–Ta'al faction meeting, at the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, on June 29, 2026.
BURNING IMAGES of US President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during the war with Iran in April.

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

Members of the Yashar party speak to the press following consultations with President Isaac Herzog at the President’s Residence in Jerusalem on whom to recommend to form Israel’s next government, November 5, 2026.

Eisenkot set to receive mandate to form Israeli gov't as Herzog rounds out consultation meetings

President Isaac Herzog receiving the official results of the 26th Knesset election, November 4, 2026.

RZP-Zehut, Shas back Netanyahu, Yisrael Beytenu backs Eisenkot as Herzog ends first consultations


Bennett backs Eisenkot as PM as talks with Herzog set for Wednesday

Mossad to provide Shin Bet with assessment of suspected foreign interference in elections • Likud MKs deny that they Yashar members asking them to defect • Liberman denies speakership reports

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.

Netanyahu, Eisenkot must reach a deal to end Israel's political deadlock - opinion

Eisenkot, Bennett, Liberman, Lapid and, yes, even Golan, must reconsider their refusal to serve in a Netanyahu government. The PM should accept an arrangement that includes his retirement.

Prime Minister and Likud party chairman Benjamin Netanyahu at the Likud party’s election headquarters in Jerusalem, October 28, 2026

Eisenkot must beat Netanyahu at his own game, not repeat Gantz's mistakes - opinion

Netanyahu lost ground, but the opposition failed to win. Eisenkot must play hardball as details emerge of a missed merger with Bennett.

Illustrative image of Benjamin Netanyahu and Gadi Eisenkot

Netanyahu survives the election, but Eisenkot holds key to replacing him - analysis

Netanyahu remains in office without a majority, while Eisenkot must overcome opposition divisions to form a government or face another election.

A road sign stands in front of a large billboard featuring Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (R) of the Likud party and former military chief and leader of the centrist Yashar party, Gadi Eisenkot, in Ramat Gan on October 20, 2026.

Likud MKs deny that they Yashar members asking them to defect, Eisenkot sets coalition principles

Mossad to provide Shin Bet with assessment of suspected foreign interference in elections• Gadi Eisenkot, Yair Lapid meet to discuss election results, coordinate next steps

Demonstration at Habima Square in Tel Aviv in support of a Jewish-Arab partnership for the new government.

Herzog can secure his presidential legacy by bringing Netanyahu and Eisenkot together - opinion

Herzog has a chance to shape his presidential legacy by pushing Netanyahu and Eisenkot to put national interests ahead of political rivalries.

Israeli President Isaac Herzog casts his vote during general elections in Jerusalem on October 27, 2026.

Israel's opposition must break its promise, rely on Arab parties to oust Netanyahu - opinion

The opposition should stop overthinking, get out of its own way, thank the Arabs for their support, and get on with saving the country. 

Ra'am head Mansour Abbas stands alongside fellow party member Yoav Segalovitz in the northern Israeli city of Sakhnin, on Israel’s general election night, October 27, 2026

Israel cannot afford another election - its leaders must compromise for unity - opinion

What matters is who can assemble 61 seats and turn them into a functioning coalition. Neither side can do that right now, but Netanyahu appears to be in the stronger position.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks at Likud headquarters following the release of exit polls.

My Word: Negative political thinking - opinion

Israel’s fragmented political landscape raises questions about coalition stability, voter trust, and whether politicians can put national interests ahead of personal rivalries.

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

Netanyahu meets Ben-Gvir, Smotrich as opposition leaders hold coalition talks

Netanyahu met Ben-Gvir and Smotrich as opposition leaders held separate talks. Eisenkot accused Likud of undermining the vote, while Lapid urged patience.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich attending the Knesset, February 7, 2024; illustrative.