Elections
What did the gov’t approve for Israel’s 2026 state budget? - explainer
The 2026 budget passed its first test, yet the battles over defense, taxes, and reforms expose a government more focused on managing crises than shaping policy.
Honduras presidential candidate Nasralla says Trump interference damaged election - interview
US Supreme Court revives pro-Republican Texas voting map
Reservists Party accuses Likud of pressuring registrar to block its registration
Netanyahu presses on with reforms as Likud turmoil intensifies
Senior lawmakers clash over procedure and politics, raising doubts about the governing bloc’s direction and its ability to advance key reforms.
75% of Arab Israelis support Arab party joining government coalition post-war, survey reveals
The survey, conducted by Tel Aviv University, examined the attitudes of Israel’s Arab population following the conclusion of the war in Gaza.
Mamdani’s win in NYC mayoral election illuminates hostility to Israel, Jews - opinion
It is no longer a political liability to openly show disdain for Israel and Jews; it is an asset.
Conservative Asfura, backed by Trump, takes slim lead in Honduras presidential election
The Honduran election faces a highly polarized climate amid fraud accusations. The ruling party's Rixi Moncada suggested she might not recognize the official results.
Israel needs to find a way to move on after years of Netanyahu corruption trial - editorial
With the haredi draft and West Bank annexation alone, there are major issues on the table to be faced in the future.
Jewish moderate Julie Menin claims victory as next New York City Council speaker
Manhattan councilwoman Julie Menin claims enough support to become New York City Council speaker, signaling a possible shift toward moderation under mayor-elect Mamdani.
Czech president voices opposition to cabinet nominee who made Nazi salute
Filip Turek stated that his Nazi salute and posting of Nazi memorabilia were due to "bad humour" rather than any affinity to Nazism or racism.
Challenges of a parliamentary system: How Knesset emasculated Israel - opinion
Seventy percent of Israelis want a new prime minister - yet voters have no mechanism to make it happen.
What everyone misread about Trump's warm meeting with Mamdani - opinion
Trump’s decision to meet with Mamdani should be understood not as an endorsement but as reconnaissance.
Power struggles emerge in Netanyahu's Likud internal elections ahead of national primaries
The clashes over local and Central Committee seats are exposing power struggles ahead of the national primaries as political consultants play central roles on many competing lists.
French poll shows far-right leader Bardella winning presidential election
A new Odoxa poll shows far-right leader Jordan Bardella would finish first in every tested matchup for France’s 2027 presidential election, beating all opponents in both rounds.
