Israeli politics

Israel's next election is a battle for the country's soul - opinion

What is on the minds of Israeli voters as they prepare to head to the ballot box?

Israeli current opposition leader Yair Lapid (L) and former Israeli prime minister Naftali Bennett stand together in Tel Aviv on May 12, as they hold their inaugural conference of their ‘Together – Under Bennett’s Leadership’ party for the upcoming national election. Premium
Daniel Hershkowitz, Israel's Head of the Civil Service Commission speaks at the Federation of Local Authorities conference in Tel Aviv, December 7, 2022.

Former Civil Service Commissioner Hershkowitz withdraws from State Comptroller race

MK Boaz Bismuth seen with Haredi MK's during a plenum session at the assembly hall of the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, January 14, 2026.

Knesset dissolution bill vote set for Wednesday amid coalition crisis over haredi draft bill

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks during a press conference in Jerusalem, March 19, 2026.

Israel must move to district-based elections, term limits - opinion


Likud political storm: Netanyahu's demand for reserved spots sparks tension

The unusual threat could shake up the list and push a significant number of ministers and MKs out of their positions.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife Sara cast their vote during the elections for the Likud Central Committee, at the International Convention Center in Jerusalem, November 25, 2025.

A-G tells High Court to cancel Second Authority appointments over serious legal flaws

The appointments include Dr. Yifat Ben Hay-Segev as council chairwoman, attorney Kinneret Barashi, and Dr. Haim Shine as council members.

Israeli attorney general Gali Baharav Miara at the Supreme Court in Jerusalem

Former Shin Bet head Yoram Cohen joins Eisenkot’s Yashar! ahead of elections

In recent years, Cohen has been a sharp critic of Netanyahu and has spoken publicly about his experience working under him during his tenure as Shin Bet chief.

Yashar! party leader Gadi Eisenkot (right) and Former Shin Bet chief Yoram Cohen (left).

Netanyahu cites security, diplomatic workload during Case 4000 testimony

The Jerusalem District Court panel hearing the case was first asked to reschedule Tuesday’s hearing after Netanyahu’s defense submitted sealed material to the court regarding his schedule.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu attends a state memorial ceremony for victims of terror, at Mount Herzl military cemetery in Jerusalem, April 21, 2026,

Israel’s 'bloated, unstable' gov't harms public service, wastes millions each year, report finds

State Comptroller Englman recommends limiting ministries, ending duplication, and requiring full staffing and budget groundwork before government powers are reshuffled.

New Israeli Shekel banknotes are seen in this picture illustration.

MK Eitan Ginzburg quits Blue and White in another blow to Gantz's party

The move marks another blow to Gantz’s party after a series of departures by lawmakers who are now members of the Yashar! party led by Gadi Eisenkot, once Gantz’s second in command.

Eitan Ginzburg: Former Mayor of Raanana & Israel’s first openly gay mayor.

First Druze party launches ahead of elections, aims for independent representation

The new party, Alliance of Brothers, aims to unite Druze citizens of Israel and empower them to influence the public agenda.

Col. (res.) Wajdi Sarhan launces Druze 'Alliance of Brothers' party at an event in Majdal Shams, Monday, May 4, 2026.

Sharon Sharabi, brother of ex-hostage Eli Sharabi, joins Avigdor Liberman's Yisrael Beytenu

“Avigdor Liberman is a true right-wing leader, and the only one in the political system who was not part of the conception," Sharabi said upon joining the party.

Sharon Sharabi (left), brother of former Hamas hostage Eli Sharabi, and Yisrael Beytenu leader Avigdor Liberman (right).

Gov’t approves Smotrich ally Israel Malachi as Finance Ministry director-general

He is a close associate of Smotrich, which led to criticism over the appointment. Malachi also had previously served as the treasurer of a council governing over 40 West Bank settlements.

Israel Malachi

Ex-minister Chili Tropper quits Blue and White, Gantz decries 'painful day'

Tropper said he was leaving the party because, within Blue and White, he could no longer "realize his worldview." 

MK Hili Tropper attends Blue and White faction meeting at the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, on January 19, 2026.