Balad Party

Qatar denies interfering in Israeli elections, calls allegations 'ridiculous and dangerous'

"These accusations are ridiculous and dangerous in equal measure. Qatar should not be used as a scapegoat for the political failures of certain Israeli politicians," he wrote.

|BySHIR PERETS
An illustration of the flags of Israel and Qatar.
Arab Israelis and Israeli left-wing activist students take part in a rally marking the Nakba anniversary at Tel Aviv University, May 13, 2026.

What I learned speaking to Arabs voting in Israel's election - reporter's notebook

People were passionate about politics. Around 4,300 people voted in Abu Ghosh, which is 78 percent of the population. In Gilo, around 15,000 people voted, or 65-70 percent.

|BySETH J. FRANTZMAN
Voters casting ballots in Israel's 25th Knesset election

Israel’s 2026 election could bring record voter turnout across political camps - opinion

Israel’s upcoming election could bring the highest voter turnout in decades, testing the strength and resilience of its democracy.

|ByORI WERTMAN
An altercation between Otzma Yehudit affiliated activists and activists attending an event at the Joint List Hebrew-language headquarters, October 15, 2026.

Right-wing activists affiliated with Otzma Yehudit invade Arab Joint List Tel Aviv headquarters

The Joint List said MK Ofer Cassif intended to contact the Tel Aviv District police commander that evening to demand the swift arrest and prosecution of those involved.

|ByYOAV ETIEL

Israel Elections: Joint Arab List breaks up, leaving Mansour Abbas out

Ra'am decided to leave the Joint List last week after the other parties refused two ultimatums to vote together against LGBTQ issues, and to allow Abbas greater freedom to vote with the Right.

FEBRUARY 4, 2021ByIDAN ZONSHINE
Members of the Joint List hold hands to celebrate the signing of their joint run, Feb. 4, 2021.

Sami Abu Shehadeh wins Balad primaries

Balad is considered to be the most hawkish among the Arab parties and sees itself as part of the Palestinian national movement.

JANUARY 23, 2021ByUDI SHAHAM
One of the billboards put up by Balad, as part of its campaign against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Saturday, January 16, 2020.

Balad Party to elect leader on Saturday

Balad will be running as part of the Joint List in the March 23 election.

JANUARY 21, 2021ByGIL HOFFMAN
One of the billboards put up by Balad, as part of its campaign against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Saturday, January 16, 2020.