Elections
Return of Arab Joint List takes seats from opposition while Likud strengthens - poll
The revived Joint List would win 13 seats, up from the 10 currently projected when the parties ran separately. The seats came at the expense of Yesh Atid, Naftali Bennett, and Gadi Eisenkot.
IDI expert weighs if joint lists pose threat to Netanyahu ahead of Israel's elections - interview
Netanyahu may attempt to 'sabotage' next elections, Golan warns
Israel's budget deadline: What happens if Knesset cannot agree in time? - explainer
Netanyahu to decide election date after US trip, citing problems passing draft law - report
N12 reporter Daphna Liel explained that Netanyahu expects difficulty passing the draft law and fears the government would collapse over this issue.
Likud denies Netanyahu said Gotliv is harming reelection chances, causing party damage
Aides to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu deny a leak claiming MK Tally Gotliv harms Likud electorally, calling it baseless. This dispute follows her interview and party debate before elections.
Ra’am leader Mansour Abbas says Arab vote will ‘tip the scales’ in Israel election - FT
In an interview with the Financial Times, Ra’am leader Mansour Abbas said the Arab vote will be decisive in the upcoming election.
'Who said I'm a part of your block': Recording from Gantz raises question of role in next Knesset
In the audio, recorded during a private parlor meeting, Gantz challenges the premise that he belongs to the opposition camp. “Who said I’m even part of your bloc?” he asked.
Republicans just handed Democrats their most powerful healthcare weapon - opinion
Healthcare costs will spike after Republicans block Affordable Care Act subsidies, threatening GOP seats in swing districts.
Abbas's unilateral successor pick sparks fears of division, anarchy among Palestinians
Palestinians fear that Abbas’s decision to unilaterally appoint his successor could lead to internal tension, political division, and even anarchy.
Responsibility vs popularity: Israeli elections are a test for society - opinion
Experience shows that dramatic statements and grand promises may generate temporary support, but that support evaporates quickly when confronted with facts.
Gantz, Likud, Netanyahu attack Eisenkot after saying minority government of 58 seats is possible
“We will know how to form a government, even with 58 seats,” said Eisenkot during an interview for N12, which sparked a series of attacks and reactions from several politicians
Thai PM moves to dissolve parliament, setting stage for elections
Government spokesperson Siripong Angkasakulkiat told Reuters that the move followed a disagreement with the largest parliamentary grouping, the opposition People's Party.
Peace is possible: My political party reached a peace deal with the Palestinian Authority - opinion
B’Yachad Natzliach (Together We Will Succeed) reached a comprehensive framework agreement with the Palestinian Authority, showing that another way exists.
