Israeli politics
The existential choice: Next Israeli election must be about policy, not poison - opinion
As Israel heads to the 2026 elections, growing internal divisions may pose a greater threat than any external enemy.
Hadash elects former MK Yousef Jabareen as party chairman, ousting Ayman Odeh
Coalition submits bill to dissolve Knesset, vote expected next week
Herzog warns Israel’s greatest internal threat is growing division at ‘Time to Talk’ conference
First Druze party launches ahead of elections, aims for independent representation
The new party, Alliance of Brothers, aims to unite Druze citizens of Israel and empower them to influence the public agenda.
Sharon Sharabi, brother of ex-hostage Eli Sharabi, joins Avigdor Liberman's Yisrael Beytenu
“Avigdor Liberman is a true right-wing leader, and the only one in the political system who was not part of the conception," Sharabi said upon joining the party.
Gov’t approves Smotrich ally Israel Malachi as Finance Ministry director-general
He is a close associate of Smotrich, which led to criticism over the appointment. Malachi also had previously served as the treasurer of a council governing over 40 West Bank settlements.
Ex-minister Chili Tropper quits Blue and White, Gantz decries 'painful day'
Tropper said he was leaving the party because, within Blue and White, he could no longer "realize his worldview."
Middle Israel: Will Bennett and Lapid's fourth Israeli alliance last? - opinion
The alliance that Bennett and Lapid unveiled this week is young and might well fail the way so many others have before it. But two things can already be said in its favor.
Bennett unveils ‘Israeli Renaissance’ plan, says alliance will replace Netanyahu - exclusive
Bennett unveiled in a Wednesday interview with The Jerusalem Post his plan to bring one million new olim to Israel over the next decade.
Likud minister contradicts Netanyahu, says US limiting Israel's actions in Lebanon
Dichter, a member of the security cabinet, offered a rare glimpse on Wednesday into the decision-making constraints shaping Israel’s conduct on the northern front.
Eisenkot calls on opposition to secure 'Zionist' majority against Netanyahu
Eisenkot said he reached out on Monday to the parties he described as the “Hope Bloc” follwing the political merger of former prime ministers Bennett and Lapid.
New Bennett-Lapid joint party marks return of 'covenant of brothers' - analysis
Talks between the two were long, intense, and crowded, taking place over several weeks. Those who spoke with them during this period heard many mutual compliments, although without understanding.
Israeli politics shaken as Bennett and Lapid join forces again - analysis
On paper, Bennett and Lapid had no business being allied. However, the personal trust between them is the central campaign promise.
