Politics
Haredi draft bill back on agenda ahead of Knesset dissolution vote
United Torah Judaism spiritual leader Rabbi Dov Lando, who is in favor of dissolving the Knesset, said the party "won’t be drawn into political games."
Former interior minister Moshe Arbel announces his resignation from Knesset
Regardless of election results, voters must let the government govern - editorial
Israel’s upcoming election season could become its ugliest yet - opinion
Why I'm proud to be a Zionist living in the State of Israel - opinion
From desert blooms to Jerusalem’s ancient streets, Zionism still matters in creating a Jewish homeland.
Israel’s justice minister is undermining judicial independence and the rule of law - opinion
Israel faces an unprecedented constitutional crisis as Justice Minister Yariv Levin undermines the courts, threatening judicial independence and democracy.
Trump warns Iraq of the dangers Nouri al-Maliki returning, but will he be outmaneuvered? - opinion
Trump tells Iraq’s parliament that reinstating Maliki would risk chaos, poverty, and undermine US support.
New right-wing parties keep failing to unseat Likud - opinion
Many have tried unsuccessfully to challenge Benjamin Netanyahu and the Likud from the Right, but a more realistic goal would be to take votes away from Naftali Bennett.
Israel's opposition shapes a narrative of authoritarianism - opinion
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's opposition portrays him as a threat to democracy, stoking public anxiety over Israel’s future.
Israel is sliding into tribal politics, and we’re letting it happen - opinion
In an election year defined by contempt, I saw in a Gesher retreat in Paphos how dialogue can still hold Israeli society together.
Ayelet Shaked calls for right-wing alliance amid shifting dynamics in anti-Netanyahu bloc
Among the party leaders in the opposition bloc aiming to replace Netanyahu are opposition leader Yair Lapid, former IDF chief of staff Gadi Eisenkot, Benny Gantz, and Yair Golan.
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.
Europe struggles to matter in a chaotic Middle East today - opinion
Once a key player, Europe now risks being viewed as a marginal player in the Middle East.
How Israel can use soft power without compromising security - opinion
Israel can strengthen its standing in the world without sacrificing its national security.
