Elections

Naftali Bennett’s remarks in favor of civil marriage and public transport on Shabbat draw praise from left-wing figures but face sharp criticism from haredi parties.

Last week, the Justice Department sent a letter to the clerk in Wayne County demanding ballots, ballot receipts, and ballot envelopes.

Progressive Bulgaria, led by pro-Russian former president Rumen Radev, leads the parliamentary election with 44.59% of votes as 32% are counted.

Iran's Quds Force head Esmail Qaani visited Baghdad to discuss Iraq's next prime minister and the future of Shi'ite militias amid US sanctions.

While there was no significant movement between the blocs, in the opposition, Gadi Eisenkot’s Yashar! party lost one seat to the Democrats.

The key lesson for the Israeli public from the Hungarian elections may be that polls should be treated with considerable caution.

In countries where populism is ascendant, the main political rivalry is no longer primarily between a moderate Left and a moderate Right.

The group, “Katef el Katef” (Shoulder to Shoulder), said in a joint statement with the party that it views Bennett’s platform as a natural political home for advancing its goals.

During the Hungary elections, the Israeli Right and Left expressed explicit support for one side or another, including elected officials and political activists.

Orban has become a cult-like figure for some in the world. They see him as a right-wing idol who supposedly defended Hungary and the "West."