Politics
Israel must avoid taking sides in foreign elections - opinion
During the Hungary elections, the Israeli Right and Left expressed explicit support for one side or another, including elected officials and political activists.
Yair Lapid’s divisive rhetoric threatens israel’s unity, national security - opinion
By claiming total failure, Israel's opposition hurts itself - and helps Netanyahu
The greatest threat to Israel is not on the battlefield - it's at home - opinion
Europe struggles to matter in a chaotic Middle East today - opinion
Once a key player, Europe now risks being viewed as a marginal player in the Middle East.
How Israel can use soft power without compromising security - opinion
Israel can strengthen its standing in the world without sacrificing its national security.
Israel creeps toward West Bank annexation as election season approaches - opinion
The de facto annexation of the West Bank is the natural byproduct of a political system where words are cheap and real power operates without transparency.
Despite leading in votes, Netanyahu lacks power to form coalition - poll
In bloc terms, Netanyahu’s coalition stood at 50 seats (unchanged from the previous poll), the opposition bloc at 60 (unchanged), and Hadash-Ta’al plus Ra’am at 10 (unchanged).
Controlled chaos: Terrorism is used as a political tool - opinion
Terrorism isn’t just a security threat; it’s a political tool exploited by actors who profit from instability.
Criticism without a platform, the problem with Bennett’s return - opinion
Bennett’s campaign leans on critique and rhetoric, offering little clarity on policy, governance, or Israel’s future direction.
Herzog's camp questions Netanyahu’s role in Trump's 'he should be ashamed' comments
On Thursday, in comments to the press, Trump said that Netanyahu should receive a pardon for corruption charges and that Herzog should be "ashamed of himself" for not granting one.
Death of Saif al-Islam Gadhafi deepens Libya’s political fragmentation - analysis
Whether Libya moves toward a unified state or renewed fragmentation now depends on whether a new mediator emerges to replace the one that is gone.
China’s disappearing elite: The high-stakes gamble behind Xi’s crackdown - analysis
Empty seats define President Xi’s rule, as China’s political elite faces a relentless purge.
Iran arrests at least four reform front politicians
Iran’s Islamic Iran Nation’s Union Party called for the release of Azar Mansouri after her arrest amid a widening crackdown on reformist figures.
