Elections
Syria’s first post-Assad elections test path to democracy - analysis
Syria’s transitional government held limited elections for a new parliament, marking the first step toward reform since the end of Assad’s rule.
Syria moves forward with first post-Assad elections
Syria to hold first parliament vote since Assad ouster, raising inclusivity concerns
Mamdani clashes with ADL on who represents Jewish New Yorkers
No. 32: Naftali Bennett: The former Israeli PM who may shape the nation's future
Without building a party, offering a platform, or unveiling a team, Naftali Bennett has already shifted the political map.
Mamdani must be stopped: Campus antisemitism runs for mayor - opinion
Zohran Mamdani is currently leading the polls to run the largest city in the United States; the home to the second-largest Jewish population outside Israel.
Algeria names Sifi Ghrieb as prime minister, announces new government
Ghrieb’s emphasis on economic advancement signals that Algeria’s government will prioritize stability and growth as it navigates regional and domestic pressures.
NY Gov. Kathy Hochul endorses Zohran Mamdani for New York City mayor
Kathy Hochul said she reached her decision after months of conversations with Zohran Mamdani, which gave her confidence that overrode their “disagreements.”
Large majority of Israelis support Qatar strike on Hamas leaders, poll finds
In addition, the survey queried opinions on whether the strikes are likely to affect the chances of reaching a deal to release the remaining 48 hostages from Hamas's captivity in the Gaza Strip.
Gov't coalition sees slight gains following Doha strikes - poll
A new poll shows a slight boost for Netanyahu’s coalition following the IDF’s strikes on Hamas in Qatar, amid terror attacks and IDF casualties, as well as widespread public support for the strikes.
Unity that goes beyond ego: The needed change in Israel's political sphere - opinion
Israelis cannot afford to be fooled again by familiar faces offering the same old policies just with different authors.
Kamala Harris calls Biden 2024 candidacy reckless, new book says
In “107 Days,” Kamala Harris says Biden’s re-election run was a mistake, adding she stayed quiet to avoid appearing self-serving as his VP.
Netanyahu's coalition weakens as Bennett's party gains momentum - poll
The poll also found that over a third of Israelis supported a proposal by Nathan Eshel to hold elections with two ballots, one for the prime minister and one for Knesset.
World Zionist Congress certifies election, allocates seats with strong Reform showing
Of the 155 WZC seats allotted to American Zionist representatives, the Vote Reform movement, representing Reform Judaism, won 33, the most of any of the 22 slates.
Eisenkot urges Gantz to resign should Blue and White hover near election threshold
Eisenkot, who served as the party's number two, announced in late June that he was leaving the party and resigning from the Knesset.