Elections
Semi-open ballot: The path to fixing Israel’s electoral system - opinion
Rare bipartisan push in the Knesset could finally give Israeli voters real influence over who represents them and not just which party does.
Bennett addresses leaked recording controversy: 'Ben-Gvir has no place in my government'
Naftali Bennett's big comeback: Can the ex-PM return from political hiatus to topple Netanyahu?
In Israel, Arab citizens are not heading to the polls in droves - opinion
Despite leading in votes, Netanyahu lacks power to form coalition - poll
In bloc terms, Netanyahu’s coalition stood at 50 seats (unchanged from the previous poll), the opposition bloc at 60 (unchanged), and Hadash-Ta’al plus Ra’am at 10 (unchanged).
Stephen Colbert says CBS pulled Senate candidate interview after Trump admin. broadcasting threats
“Let’s just call this what it is: Donald Trump’s administration wants to silence anyone who says anything bad about Trump on TV, because all Trump does is watch TV,” Colbert said.
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.
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.
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.
Lapid warns opposition could lose to Netanyahu without unity, says Yesh Atid is ‘key’ to victory
With elections scheduled to take place no later than October, the opposition leader stressed the importance of a united front against PM Benjamin Netanyahu.
Social activist Omri Ronen joins The Democrats Party ahead of 'fateful' Israel elections
I cannot sit on the sidelines and hope things will turn out well,” Ronen said.
Death of Saif al-Islam Gadhafi deepens Libya’s political fragmentation - analysis
Whether Libya moves toward a unified state or renewed fragmentation now depends on whether a new mediator emerges to replace the one that is gone.
PA drafts constitution, omits Jewish ties to Jerusalem, calls for Sharia legal system
The draft constitution also called for the "right of return" for refugees, caring for families of "martyrs, prisoners, and exiles," and reaffirming the PLO's position as representing Palestinians.
US citizenship to be required for midterm voters, according to new bill
In a big win for Republicans, the SAVE America Act was approved in the House of Representatives. The loss came amidst disapproval of US President Donald Trump's tariffs on Canada.
