Israeli Election
Former deputy FM Haskel announces launch of new Israel First political party
The announcement came one day after Haskel resigned from her position as deputy foreign minister over the passing of controversial legislation that froze the arrests of haredi draft evaders.
Political logic behind Netanyahu’s controversial legislative blitz - analysis
Thousands of Israelis abroad plan to fly home to vote – one initiative wants to help them get there
Netanyahu's unity gov't call must become action, PM needs to begin laying foundations - editorial
Likud under Barkat would win more seats than with Netanyahu - poll
If elections were held today, the Likud Party would win only 16 seats, losing ground to Benny Gantz’s National Unity Party with 37 seats, a new Channel 13 poll showed yesterday.
Chances of coup in Likud slim at the moment, but Netanyahu knows the alternative is worse - poll
70% of Likud members support the current prime minister. However, if Netanyahu tries to rush the elections - he may lose the leadership of the party.
Israel Bachar: The strategist-turned-diplomat marketing Israel in LA
One of Israel's most high-profile campaign experts is set to flex his skills in the realm of diplomacy as consul general in Los Angeles.
Is Benjamin Netanyahu an obstacle to political stability in Israel? - poll
Israel's coalition would win more seats under ministers Gallant and Barkat rather than the prime minister, a new Maariv election poll found.
Israel's electoral system prevents accountable governance - opinion
In the system of democracy currently in place in Israel, Knesset members represent the public. This is indisputable. However, the ties between the public and its representatives are very weak.
Netanyahu's Likud wins just 23 seats to Benny Gantz's 28 in new poll
A new poll indicates that if elections were held today, the political parties in the opposition would earn 70 seats, with Gantz's National Unity Party earning 28.
Yesh Atid would win election if held today, poll says
Ra’am, Balad and Noam would not pass the electoral threshold, according to the poll.
Netanyahu has singular opportunity to determine what mark he leaves - opinion
Some reasons why some believe Netanyahu can seize this unique moment with a final opportunity to craft his legacy.
Jordanians appear to understand reasons behind King's call to Netanyahu
The call does not reflect a shift in Jordanian policy, but the results of the US midterm elections may have paved the way for the gesture.
Election Day brings politics to the marketplace
Despite a variety of party affiliations, market-goers shared collective concerns on broad issues.
