Elections
Benny Gantz is reclaiming relevance in politics because Israel wants unity - opinion
Israel needs unity and renewed common purpose. Gantz is the politician who most credibly embodies that aspiration. That is why his campaign is gaining traction.
With new players and old alliances, Israel’s post-October 7 political map takes shape
Arab parties sign commitment to re-establish joint list ahead of Israel's elections
Could Bennett, Lapid, and Eisenkot topple Netanyahu in Israel's next election? - analysis
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.
Gantz shouldn't run if he can't pass threshold, new Yesh Atid member Noam Tibin says
"We must strive to achieve a bloc of 62–64 seats for the Zionist parties, and this is completely possible. The idea is not to split, but to unite," Noam TIbon said.
WZO adopts new coalition agreement, Perez as president, Hagoel as chair
The agreement will see Mizrachi CEO Rabbi Doron Perez become the WZO president, a normally ceremonial role that would reportedly expand to engage in matters of budget and Diaspora relations.
Demonizing Netanyahu won’t save democracy, only listening to the voters will - opinion
The public continues to support him because they believe he is strong, experienced, and capable of navigating the country.
Trump's roadmap for Gaza requires free and fair elections for Palestinians - opinion
While Israelis are going to the ballot box for the 10th time in the last 20 years, Palestinians have not had the opportunity to choose their leadership freely for two decades.
