Israel Elections
Middle Israel: Netanyahu and Eisenkot both lost, but Israel may have emerged the winner
The opposition had every reason to win by a landslide, but Eisenkot offered no vision beyond replacing a failed government.
Netanyahu survived Israel's election - but a political reckoning may only be beginning
Without political renewal, Israel will remain stuck - editorial
Israel’s coalition politics: How can you win an election and still lose power? - explainer
Police arrest 23-year-old suspected of attacking one of Bennett's bodyguards in Tel Aviv
Initial reports indicated that the alleged attack happened while Bennett was participating in a rally in Tel Aviv demanding the establishment of a commission of inquiry into the failures of Oct. 7.
'Bibicoin will destroy Israel': Eisenkot slams Netanyahu's crypto plan for alternative funding
Eisenkot's campaign video claimed that the alternative system would generate "an economy like North Korea and Iran," and result in "the end of high-tech, the end of healthcare, the end of security."
Trump's advisers optimistic of working with Netanyahu's rivals if he loses next election - report
Trump's endorsement of Benjamin Netanyahu came despite opposition from some of his closest advisers, who have grown frustrated with the Israeli prime minister.
Israel has not invested enough resources into hasbara, and now we are paying the price - opinion
We need to find a way to project the factual reality of the one Jewish state; currently, we are paying the price of not recognizing the significance of the battle of the word.
Israel’s election campaign lacks substance, fresh leadership, and vision - opinion
From national security to the haredi draft, Israel’s most pressing challenges have received little serious attention from candidates seeking to lead the country.
From Jerusalem’s ‘foreign minister’ to Knesset hopeful, Fleur Hassan-Nahoum wants to make her mark
Fleur Hassan-Nahoum has long been a public face for Jerusalem, and was even referred to by some as Jerusalem’s foreign minister. Those who live here also know her as a friend and neighbor.
Over 65,000 Israelis abroad estimated to travel to vote in 2026 elections, new Fly&Vote survey says
The results of the survey mark a clear jump from the previous estimate of 53,000 published at the start of October.
Election polls get it wrong: The human biases behind the numbers - opinion
Polls offer precise percentages and projected seats, but the people behind the numbers are unpredictable.
With five days until elections, Netanyahu shifts strategies to courting right-wing votes - analysis
The assessment is that Netanyahu's primary concern is remaining prime minister, even if it means parting ways with existing political partners like Itamar Ben-Gvir.
Striking Iran ahead of elections could constitute political interference, officials warn - report
Lapid says available intelligence does not justify an attack before the vote, while former air force chief Norkin questions whether a limited campaign could topple Tehran’s regime.
