Yair Lapid

Three questions Israelis must ask themselves before voting on October 27 - opinion

Israel’s next leader must be evaluated on how they managed both their party lists and campaigns, what they believe are the nation’s main challenges, and their approach to foreign policy.

An illustration of an Israeli voting at the ballot box.
Family of Haymanot Kasau, an Ethiopian Israeli girl who has been missing since February 2024, meet with Naftali Bennett and Yair Lapid.

Bennett, Lapid meet family of Haymanot Kasau, pledge to transfer case to Shin Bet, Zini if elected

Passengers from the flydubai rescue flight for hijacked flight FZ1073 arrive in Israel on September 30, 2026.

The flydubai passengers have returned home safely, and that is all that matters for now - editorial

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Ministers at a 40 signatures debate, at the plenum hall of the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, on December 8, 2025.

Israeli ministers call for increased military action after flydubai incident


Lapid: Nothing close to flydubai incident discussed during latest security briefing with Netanyahu

Lapid issued the statement following the incident aboard a Tel Aviv-bound flydubai flight, which was diverted to Saudi Arabia after an apparent attempt by a pilot to seize control of the aircraft.

Opposition leader Yair Lapid speaks during a press conference as part of the Together party election campaign in Tel Aviv, central Israel, August 19, 2026.

Lapid: No need for public panic, despite Netanyahu's claims of possible pre-election attack

"Security threats must be handled professionally and responsibly," Lapid said. "Israel’s security and IDF bases are not mere backdrops for election campaign videos."

Opposition Leader Yair Lapid speaks during a press conference as part of the B'Yachad party election campaign in Tel Aviv, central Israel, August 19, 2026.

WATCH: 'Don't mess with us': Netanyahu warns enemies may attack Israel ahead of election

A meeting between Lapid and Netanyahu is set for Tuesday evening following the PMO's rejection of Lapid's initial request for an urgent briefing.

Netanyahu warns of indications that Israel's enemies may attack in run up to election from Tel Nof Air Force Base.

Israel’s opposition agrees to stop fighting itself, but not how to replace Netanyahu - analysis

The four parties now have a way to campaign against Netanyahu. What they still lack is a convincing pathway to replace him.

Five 'change bloc' leaders meet in Yair Lapid's Tel Aviv home.

Five 'change bloc' leaders hold coordinating meeting ahead of elections

Opposition leader Yair Lapid hosted change bloc chiefs, including Naftali Bennett and Gadi Eisenkot, on Saturday night to coordinate election moves amid rising internal tensions.

Five 'change bloc' leaders meet in Yair Lapid's Tel Aviv home.

Middle Israel: More defense spending will not buy victory for Israel - opinion

Israel's economy has emerged from the war with full employment, resumed growth, and one of the world’s strongest currencies. But that doesn't mean it can afford continued overspending.

THE TEL AVIV stock exchange. Although Israel’s economy emerged triumphant from the war, with full employment and one of the world’s strongest currencies still intact, this does not mean it can spend a tenth of its GDP on defense, the writer maintains.

Al-Shaara says Syria-Israel talks had reached 90% agreement as Israel accuses UN of bias

The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Gadi Zaig - the top stories, clear and concise.

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa listens to French President during a joint press conference after a meeting at the Elysee Palace in Paris, on May 7, 2025.

Lapid to host all five change bloc leaders for coordination meeting ahead of elections

The meeting comes as the bloc's leaders seek to tighten coordination while grappling with disagreements over election strategy and the identity of the candidate who will lead the camp.

Former Prime Minister and Together party leader Naftali Bennett is seen with Opposition Leader Yair Lapid as they arrive for a press conference as part of the B'Yachad party election campaign in Tel Aviv, central Israel, August 19, 2026.

UAE prime minister's brother Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum dies at 77

Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum was the brother of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the UAE’s current prime minister and the ruler of Dubai.

Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.

Israel cannot afford to ignore China’s growing strategic ties with Egypt - opinion

China’s growing presence in Egypt shows why Israel needs a government focused on long-term regional strategy, diplomacy, and economic ties.

China's President Xi Jinping and his Egyptian counterpart Abdel Fattah al-Sisi wave upon his arrival at the Cairo International Airport, in Cairo, Egypt, September 1, 2026.