Itamar Ben-Gvir
Trump says he saved Netanyahu from crushing election defeat - now, he wants influence - analysis
From Gaza to Syria and Lebanon, Trump wants an Israeli government that advances his regional ambitions, even if it means sidelining Ben-Gvir and Smotrich.
Trump wants Ben-Gvir, Smotrich out of Israel's next government, US sources tell 'Post'
Likud claims election was 'stolen' by Arab parties as neither bloc has clear path to 61
Ben-Gvir, Smotrich's parties set to win combined 13 seats in 2026 Israeli election
Israel’s election system puts coalition deals ahead of voter choice - opinion
Israel’s proportional representation system gives voters a voice, but coalition deals often determine who governs. Is it time for reform?
Right-leaning voters in Jerusalem share core values for future gov't but split over who should lead
Some voters interviewed in Jerusalem reflected that shift. “I just know I don’t want Bibi,” said a woman in Mahane Yehuda who is leaning toward Bennett, referring to Netanyahu by his nickname.
Election Night: Netanyahu's bloc overtakes opposition, but both fall short of majority
Eisenkot declares victory as opposition bloc leads Netanyahu's, but neither have clear path to majority • Arab parties skyrocket as Netanyahu's right-wing partners fall
Could Trump's allies push Netanyahu into unity gov't without his far-right partners? - analysis
Foremost among these plans is the possibility of a historic normalization agreement with Saudi Arabia, a prospect difficult to envision advancing while Ben-Gvir and Smotrich sit at the cabinet table.
Israel must listen to its friends, not dismiss their warnings - editorial
The test for any coalition should be whether it can protect the country while governing responsibly at home and maintaining credibility abroad.
WATCH: Israel is 'Jewish territory,' gov't must send Gazans to France per Trump plan, Ben-Gvir says
Ben-Gvir’s far-right Otzma Yehudit party has been a key member of Netanyahu’s coalition. Recent polling has projected Otzma Yehudit to win approximately eight seats in the next Knesset.
Burning tires, halted traffic: Druze protesters block Route 6 days after Tel Aviv club attack
The protest comes in response to an attack on three young Druze men at a club in Tel Aviv overnight between Thursday and Friday, after they were heard speaking Arabic among themselves.
Jewish billionaire Bill Ackman calls for Ben-Gvir, Smotrich to be excluded from next government
"A government formed without Ben-Gvir and Smotrich will send a message to the rest of the world that Israel is turning a new page," Ackman said.
After Netanyahu meets police chief, Israel's elections head warns against vote interference
Netanyahu to Sohlberg: Discussion was on security threats, rather than election integrity • Police chief Levy: 'police will do everything in their power to safeguard Israeli democracy'
Eisenkot leads Netanyahu but deadlock looms, election polls show two days before Israelis vote
The average gap between the two major blocs stands at 4.5 seats, with neither reaching the 61-seat majority needed to form a government.
