Israeli knesset

Religious Jews, West Bank residents over-represented among Knesset members

Out of 101 Jewish Knesset members, 27 were religious (26.7%), compared to only 12.4% of religious Jews over the age of 20 nation-wide - over double.

The Knesset plenum is seen during the inaugural session of the 26th Knesset, in Jerusalem, November 10, 2026
Noam Tibon, a member of the B'Yachad party, attends the presentation of the party’s candidate list ahead of the upcoming general elections in Tel Aviv, September 6, 2026.

B'Yachad MK Noam Tibon calls for Eisenkot-led government, repeal of judicial overhaul laws

Yashar head Gadi Eisenkot seen behind Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as party leaders pose for a group picture in the Knesset, in Jerusalem, November 10, 2026

Eisenkot cancels coalition talks with Likud after Netanyahu's 'divisive' Knesset speech

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks at the Knesset following the swearing-in of the 26th Knesset, in Jerusalem, November 10, 2026

Netanyahu: Israel will soon face pressure to accept nuclear Iran, must form unity gov't


Record number of female MKs sworn in at ceremony for Israel's 26th Knesset

Initiative CEO Yael Yechieli said that achieving 50% female representation in government "will be part of the healing process for the State of Israel."

Landscaping crews prepare for the swearing-in ceremony for Israel's 26th Knesset, November 9, 2026.

WATCH: Israel's 26th Knesset sworn in as Eisenkot's bloc moves to assert control

Herzog to Knesset: Israelis are 'thirsty for routine, security, and tranquility' • 'Allegiance to Hamas': Ben-Gvir disrupts Joint List leader's Jabareen pledge of allegiance

The Knesset plenum is seen during the inaugural session of the 26th Knesset, in Jerusalem, November 10, 2026

A-G Baharav-Miara says no evidence foreign interference could have changed Knesset election results

Gali Baharav-Miara said decisions on whom to investigate are professional and equal, adding that any new information would be examined in accordance with the law.

Gali Baharav-Miara.

Opposition pushes to replace Knesset speaker amid fears of Likud 'January 6' plot to block vote

According to opposition sources, hundreds of Likud Central Committee members are expected to arrive at the Knesset on the day of the vote and attempt to block lawmakers from entering the chamber.

Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana cups his ear as MKs react during the State Comptroller elections at the plenum of the Knesset, in Jerusalem, June 3, 2026

Likud maintains contact with Mansour Abbas's Ra'am, journalist claims

Journalist Mohammad Magadli claims senior Likud figures maintain contact with Mansour Abbas's Ra'am party despite public opposition to cooperation.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Ra'am chairman Mansour Abbas.

Opposition bloc considers reviving direct elections without dissolving Knesset to end stalemate

The opposition is considering direct elections for prime minister, reviving Netanyahu's 2021 proposal as coalition negotiations remain deadlocked.

An Israeli votes in the 2026 Knesset election, October 27, 2026.

Liberman distances himself from opposition allies, pushes for unity government - report

Liberman cut off contact with former prime minister and B'Yachad leader Naftali Bennett and Yashar party chairman Gadi Eisenkot, refusing to answer phone calls from his opposition counterparts.

Yisrael Beiteinu party chairman MK Avigdor Liberman at the party’s election headquarters in Tel Aviv, on Israel’s general election night, October 27, 2026.

How the new Knesset can begin changing Israel before a coalition forms - opinion

The first priority should be legislation ensuring the establishment of an independent state commission of inquiry into the failures that led to October 7.

Israeli Prime Minister and Likud party chairman Benjamin Netanyahu at the Likud party’s election headquarters at Binyanei HaUma (Jerusalem International Convention Center) in Jerusalem, following Israel’s general elections, early October 28, 2026.

Israel’s election system puts coalition deals ahead of voter choice - opinion

Israel’s proportional representation system gives voters a voice, but coalition deals often determine who governs. Is it time for reform?

People at polling station during the Likud party internal elections in Tel Aviv, July 27, 2026.

Israelis head to polls as voting begins in pivotal Knesset election

Forces are expected to be deployed at thousands of polling stations nationwide and in surrounding areas to maintain public order and protect public safety and security, the police stated.

Voters casting ballots in Israel's 25th Knesset election