Naftali Bennett

‘Sold us illusions’: Opposition accuses Netanyahu of failing war goals, backs Lebanon talks

Opposition leaders accused Netanyahu of failing to meet war goals after the Iran ceasefire, while some backed talks with Lebanon on Hezbollah disarmament.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrives to the courtroom at the Distrcit court in Tel Aviv, before the start of his testimony in the trial against him, October 28, 2025.
IDF soldiers of the Paratroopers Brigade, operating under the 98th Division, seen during operational activity in southern Lebanon, April 2026.

Netanyahu announces negotiations to begin with Lebanon, IDF braces for Hezbollah missiles

A GOVERNMENT many assumed could not survive October 7 has, for now, endured. Here, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu attends the vote on state budget in the Knesset, on Sunday.

By claiming total failure, Israel's opposition hurts itself - and helps Netanyahu

Naftali Bennett

Flying frogs, Seder spins: Unique Passover traditions from Jews around the world


Why did Lapid launch 'doom campaign' before election was even called? - analysis

With his recent statements, opposition leader Yair Lapid is telling voters: you have a wide selection in the “change camp”, choose the party you know will not join a government with Netanyahu.

YAIR LAPID (left) and Naftali Bennett share a smile at the Knesset in 2013.

Israeli ex-PM Naftali Bennett indicates he will not form gov't with Netanyahu after elections

Bennett's remarks come ahead of the upcoming elections and amid recent speculation regarding his stance on forming a government with Netanyahu.

Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett attends a Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations in Jerusalem, on February 17, 2026.

Bennett’s poll surge could be pushing him toward Likud, Yesh Atid MK warns

Yesh Atid MK Mickey Levy warns Naftali Bennett’s poll surge is fueled by Lapid voters, not “natural” rising support in his ideology, and cautions a stronger Bennett could ultimately align with Likud.

Former Israeli prime minister Naftali Bennett attends a conference at the Academic College in Tel Aviv, January 7, 2026.

Haredi protests block Jerusalem entrance, Highway 38

The protesters initially disrupted traffic both around the entrance to Jerusalem and on Highway 38. Police announced that they had successfully dispersed the protesters on 38.

Haredi anti-draft protesters block Highway 4 near Bnei Brak denouncing the detention of a draft dodger, February 9, 2026.

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.

Naftali Bennett.

WATCH: Israel Police rescue two female IDF soldiers chased by ultra-Orthodox mob in Bnei Brak

Over 20 arrested as haredi parties condemn violence, stress it does not reflect the broader haredi community.

Haredi (ultra-Orthodox) mob flips police car while chasing female soldiers in Bnei Brak, February 15, 2026.

Netanyahu faces tight race against Bennett in upcoming elections, new poll finds

The poll also finds that 47% of Israelis do not believe Netanyahu’s version of events regarding October 7. By contrast, 28% say they believe his account, while 25% say they don't want to know.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Gal Hirsch, Coordinator for the Hostages and the Missing in the Prime Minister"s Office hold a press conferene at the Prime Minister's office in Jerursalem, January 27, 2026.

Bennett pledges security focus and cost of living cuts in comeback bid campaign

At an event for olim, Bennett discussed his plan to "fix Israel together."

Naftali Bennett speaks during a conference at the Reichman University in Herzliya, on January 22, 2026.

Pro-Israel Arab-Israeli activist Yoseph Haddad weighs Knesset run, poll tests strength

Pro-Israel activist and IDF veteran Yoseph Haddad is contemplating a political party for Israel's next Knesset elections, with recent polls showing strong support, especially from Jewish voters.

Yoseph Haddad demonstrates against a rally marking the "Nakba" at Tel Aviv University, May 15, 2024; illustrative.

Supermajority of Israeli Arabs support re-establishing Joint List for Knesset elections, poll shows

A new poll by ArPanel reveals strong backing among Israeli Arabs for a unified Joint List, with 82% in favor and a clear preference for new candidates in the upcoming Knesset election.

Arab MK Ayman Odeh (at the plenum) and MK Ahmad Tibi (in the foreground) attend a Hadash-Ta'al faction meeting at the Knesset, February 2, 2026.