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Israeli Politics
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nypost.comworld25 min ago
Likud MKs Call for IDF Chief's Dismissal After Warning of 17,000-Soldier Shortage
MK Tally Gotliv urged the firing of IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir after he warned of a 17,000-soldier shortage. MK Osher Shekalim said the chief of staff must remain a soldier and avoid setting policy.
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israelnationalnews.compolitics22 hrs ago
Likud Constitution Committee to Vote on Primary System Changes
The Likud Constitution Committee will vote Monday on proposed changes to the party's primary system. The changes would give the prime minister authority to select top positions on the party list for upcoming elections.
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pakistantoday.com.pkpolitics1 day ago
Netanyahu and Four Officials to Submit Witness Lists This Week in Submarine Procurement Inquiry
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and four other officials will submit witness lists this week for a state commission examining the submarine procurement affair. The move follows warning letters from the commission and could affect the timing of its conclusions.
israelnationalnews.comworld1 day ago
Shas MK questioned over alleged use of public funds for newspaper
A Shas lawmaker was questioned by police as part of an investigation into suspected diversion of public education funds to a party-affiliated newspaper seven years ago.
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ndtv.compolitics1 day ago
Yair Netanyahu Seeks Court Order Against Haaretz Journalist Over Alleged Harassment
Yair Netanyahu, who recently changed his name to Yonatan Hun, filed for a prevention of threatening harassment order last week. The petition targets Haaretz journalist Uri Misgav. Benjamin Netanyahu is Israel's prime minister and Yair's father.
algemeiner.compolitics1 day ago
Likud Officials Say Current Knesset Slate Could Be Retained if Candidate Selection Frameworks Face Opposition
Senior Likud officials stated that party primaries might be canceled and the current Knesset slate retained if both proposed candidate selection frameworks encounter opposition. They added that the prime minister could then appoint candidates to reserved slots. Haaretz reported t…
theyeshivaworld.compolitics2 days ago
Likud MK Dan Illouz Expected to Leave Party
MK Dan Illouz is expected to announce his departure from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s Likud Party. The move follows MK Yuli Edelstein’s July 3 exit announcement.
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news.sky.compolitics3 days ago
Prime Minister's Office Says Adviser Left for Personal Reasons
The Prime Minister's Office rejected reports that Sara Netanyahu dismissed adviser Yossi Basad. Officials said the departure was voluntary and unrelated to any incident.
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jns.orgworld5 days ago
Israeli Lawmaker Calls for Criminal Probe of Colleague Over Gaza Remarks
A member of the Knesset requested a criminal investigation into another legislator after comments comparing her to Hamas. The exchange occurred during recent parliamentary activity.
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jpost.compolitics10 days ago
Yuli Edelstein Says He Will Not Run in Likud Primary Election
Yuli Edelstein announced Friday he will skip the Likud primary. He told Channel 12 he is starting a new political path after past clashes with Netanyahu.
israelnationalnews.comai11 days ago
Former Prime Minister Says Israel Must Treat AI as National Security Infrastructure
Former prime minister Naftali Bennett said Israel needs domestic capabilities across the full AI supply chain to avoid dependence on foreign powers. He also called for every Israeli child to receive a personal AI tutor and for renewed diplomatic outreach to regional partners.
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jns.orgpolitics11 days ago
Israeli High Court Orders New Knesset Vote for State Comptroller
The High Court of Justice invalidated attorney Michael Rabello's election as state comptroller after a filming issue affected secret ballots. The court directed the Knesset to hold a new vote before Rabello was scheduled to assume the post.
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jns.orgworld12 days ago
Channel 13 Poll: Opposition Projected 69 Seats, Likud Still Largest Party
A July 2 2026 survey shows Arab parties on track for 11 seats. Likud stays the largest party while Blue and White, the Reservists party and Balad fall below the threshold.
israelnationalnews.compolitics13 days ago
Gadi Eisenkot Launches Yashar! Party Campaign
Gadi Eisenkot opened his new party's election campaign near Hod Hasharon on June 30, 2026. The former military chief outlined positions on security, the economy, education, national service, PTSD care, and immigration.
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winnipegfreepress.compolitics13 days ago
Israeli Centrist Party Launches Campaign Ahead of Fall Elections
A former general's new centrist party opened its election campaign on Tuesday. The party leader has criticized the prime minister's handling of the Gaza conflict and called for a state inquiry into the October 2023 attacks.
algemeiner.compolitics13 days ago
Knesset committee removes deputy attorney-general from bill debate
A Knesset committee chair ordered Deputy Attorney-General Gil Limon to leave during discussion of legislation that would divide the attorney-general's duties. Five deputies appeared together to oppose the measure.
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armstrongeconomics.compolitics14 days ago
Opposition Leader Dismisses Netanyahu Unity Government Call
Opposition Leader Yair Lapid rejected Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's proposal for a broad national government, calling it an attempt to draw votes from the opposition ahead of elections scheduled no later than October 27.
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jns.orgpolitics14 days ago
Ultra-Orthodox party says it will disrupt Knesset votes over draft bill
United Torah Judaism stated it will block legislative business after accusing the coalition of delaying promised draft exemptions. The party cited a bill that would halt arrests of haredi draft evaders, scheduled for committee debate on Tuesday.
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winnipegfreepress.comworld15 days ago
Study Links Religious Identity to Israeli Voting Patterns
An Israel Democracy Institute analysis of more than 12,000 Jewish adults shows religious self-identification closely tracks support for coalition or opposition parties in the 2022 Knesset elections.
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jpost.compolitics16 days ago
High Court Hears Petition on State Comptroller Vote After Knesset Rejects Revote
Israel's High Court of Justice held a hearing Sunday on the election of the next State Comptroller. The court is examining whether the Knesset must hold a new vote after concerns arose over ballot secrecy in the original election.
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680news.compolitics20 days ago
Likud to Hold Democratic Primaries for Knesset Slate
Transportation Minister Miri Regev announced that Likud will conduct democratic primaries to select its Knesset candidates. She stated that Prime Minister Netanyahu's input will be included in the selection process.
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freepressjournal.inpolitics20 days ago
Israel's Central Elections Committee Weighs New Rules on Vote Recording
The committee is considering guidelines on vote recording and mobile phone use after a breach of ballot secrecy during the State Comptroller election earlier this month. The measures aim to prevent voters from being required to prove how they voted in future elections.
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Haredi Party Leaders Say They Will Back Knesset Dissolution Over Three Bills
Leaders of Degel Hatorah and Shas stated they would support dissolving Israel's parliament unless progress occurs on legislation concerning Torah study, arrests of Torah students, and kosher certification rules.
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france24.compolitics20 days ago
Ultra-Orthodox Party Leaders Threaten Knesset Dissolution Over Draft Bill
The leaders of Degel Hatorah and Shas said they would back dissolving the Knesset if the ultra-Orthodox draft bill shows no progress. The announcement links continued coalition support to movement on the legislation.
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Substrate placeholder — needs reviewworld21 days ago
Haredi Parties Extend Boycott of Coalition Votes for Another Week
Haredi parties continued their boycott of coalition votes for a second week on Monday. The action stems from a dispute over advancing the Basic Law: Torah Study bill.
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nknews.orgpolitics21 days ago
Netanyahu Says Prosecutors Set a Trap During Cross-Examination
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that prosecutors misled him into giving answers that could appear inconsistent. The comments came as his defense team began final questioning in his ongoing trial.
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jpost.comworld22 days ago
Likud MK says coalition partnership with ultra-Orthodox parties should end
A Likud lawmaker told The Jerusalem Post that continued political cooperation with ultra-Orthodox parties risks harming Israel's security and economy. He cited draft-evasion legislation and called for new coalition partners.
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thehindu.compolitics22 days ago
Knesset Speaker Rejects Court’s Call for New State Comptroller Vote, Leaving Original Selection in Place
Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana announced Sunday he will not hold another vote for State Comptroller. The decision follows controversy over the initial selection process.
jns.orgpolitics22 days ago
Knesset Speaker Rejects High Court Proposal for Repeat State Comptroller Vote
Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana declined a High Court suggestion to hold another vote on the state comptroller position. The decision leaves the court to determine whether to intervene in the disputed appointment of a candidate named Rabello.
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Israeli Poll Shows Two Parties Tied at 21 Seats Each
A recent survey found two Israeli political parties level at 21 seats. The same poll indicated the opposition bloc now holds a majority in the Knesset.
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New Israeli Party Forms Ahead of Knesset Elections
A new party called A Place for Us All, previously known as Standing Together, has announced its intention to contest upcoming Knesset elections. The party emerged from a grassroots movement active in various communities.
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State Comptroller-elect rejects conflict claims over selection process
State Comptroller-elect Michael Rabello stated that his selection was not affected by conflicts of interest. He also addressed reports about coalition members documenting ballots during the vote.
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mondoweiss.netpolitics28 days ago
Former Prime Minister Says He Alone Can Defeat Netanyahu
Former prime minister Naftali Bennett stated in a KAN interview that he is the only candidate who can defeat Prime Minister Netanyahu. The remarks came during a discussion of upcoming political contests.
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Substrate placeholder — needs reviewworld28 days ago
Haredi Parties Halt Coalition Voting Over Daycare Subsidies Bill
Shas and UTJ withdrew support for coalition legislation after the daycare subsidies bill was removed from the Knesset agenda. The parties said they would stop backing coalition bills until the measure advances.
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High Court Hears Challenge to Knesset Election of State Comptroller
Former Supreme Court justice Yosef Elron told the High Court of Justice that the Knesset's election of Michael Rabello as state comptroller was conducted illegally. The petition argues the vote violated statutory requirements.
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thehindu.comworld29 days ago
Deputy Minister Votes Against Expanded Daycare Subsidies for Haredi Men
Sharren Haskel said the measure amounts to backstabbing soldiers during wartime. The Jerusalem Post published her remarks on Sunday.
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Yashar Party leader challenges rival to public debate
The head of the Yashar Party responded to a video criticizing him by inviting the rival to a public debate. He called for a date and location to be set so the public can ask questions directly.
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nationalpost.compolitics36 days ago
Opposition Party Petitions High Court Over State Comptroller Election
Yesh Atid filed a petition Sunday challenging the Knesset vote that elected a new state comptroller. The filing follows a Wednesday vote that was briefly halted after concerns about voting integrity.
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foxnews.compolitics38 days ago
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu Trails in Some Polls Ahead of October Election
Recent surveys show mixed results for Benjamin Netanyahu as voters weigh security concerns ahead of elections scheduled by October 27. Opposition figures have released campaign material criticizing the prime minister's handling of threats from Hamas and Hezbollah.
abcnews.go.compolitics41 days ago
Trump Directs Netanyahu to Drop South Beirut Strike Plan
President Trump instructed Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu to cancel an air strike on south Beirut. Israel's parliament then moved to schedule elections.
jns.orgworld42 days ago
Gilad Erdan Announces New Right-Wing Party at Jerusalem Conference
Gilad Erdan stated he is forming a new right-wing party and returning to politics during an appearance at the Jerusalem Conference.
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Coalition bill to dissolve Knesset advances to first reading vote
The coalition's bill to dissolve Israel's parliament will receive its first reading vote in the plenum on Monday after approval by the Knesset House Committee.
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Opinion Piece Contrasts Two Israeli Ministers on Governance and Rhetoric
An opinion column published May 31, 2026, distinguishes between Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich and National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir. The article argues that Smotrich operates within legal mandates while Ben-Gvir’s record shows administrative shortfalls.
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Police Chief Announces Enforcement of Draft Law Against Haredi Draft Evaders
Haaretz reported that ultra-Orthodox leaders have identified Police Chief Danny Levy as a new adversary after he announced last week that police would begin enforcing the law against Haredi draft evaders.
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Jerusalem District Court Orders Netanyahu Defense to Justify Testimony Cancellation Request
The Jerusalem District Court directed Benjamin Netanyahu's legal team to provide reasons for seeking to cancel scheduled testimony. The request cites diplomatic and security constraints and shortened hearing schedules.
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thehindu.compolitics48 days ago
Writer Eyal Megged Says He Would Welcome Military Coup Against Netanyahu
Writer Eyal Megged, a former friend of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, said on 103FM on Tuesday that he would prefer his cat in power and would welcome a military coup. Megged criticized ongoing military operations in Lebanon and Netanyahu's leadership.
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Israeli Minister Ben-Gvir Says Israel No Longer Middle East Punching Bag
Israeli Minister Ben-Gvir stated that Israel has stopped being the punching bag of the Middle East and claimed Europeans learned from recent events. The remarks were made without additional context or named European officials in the source.
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Arab Parties Unite Ahead of Israeli Election as Palestinian Citizens Seek Policy Answers
Several Arab parties in Israel have formed an electoral alliance ahead of the next parliamentary vote. Palestinian citizens inside Israel have asked the alliance for concrete commitments on issues affecting their communities.
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Knesset dissolution process stalls after ultra-Orthodox parties accept October election date
A preliminary Knesset vote last week to dissolve parliament has not advanced to the House Committee, making an early September election unlikely. Sources in Haredi parties told Haaretz they now accept the October 27 date favored by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
deadline.compolitics50 days ago
Netanyahu Offered Likud Campaign Role to Advertising Executive Yuval Horowitz
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu offered advertising executive Yuval Horowitz the role of managing Likud’s election campaign. Horowitz helped create an IDF film documenting the October 7, 2023 attacks and led a QR code campaign during Netanyahu’s 2025 UN address.
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dailyalert.orgworld51 days ago
Jerusalem Day Events Include Assault on Peace Now Head and Clashes in West Bank
Incidents on May 14 involved violence against Arab residents in Jerusalem and an assault on the head of Peace Now in the West Bank. Officials and settlers participated in marches that included flag displays on Temple Mount.
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france24.comworld51 days ago
Israelis to vote this fall on draft law
A new election is expected after the governing coalition moved toward dissolution over legislation exempting haredi men from military service. Recent polling shows most Israelis view internal polarization as a greater threat than external security issues.
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Israeli Ambassador to U.S. Says He Will Apologize to Reform Jewish Leaders
Israeli Ambassador to the U.S. Yechiel Leiter said he will meet Reform movement leaders to apologize for remarks made by Minister May Golan. Golan's comments targeted MK Gilad Kariv and described Reform synagogues as delusional.
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Government Secretary Says Coalition Will Secure Majority for Haredi Draft Bill
Government Secretary Yossi Fuchs said the coalition would obtain enough votes to pass the haredi draft bill. The statement came as the legislation returned to committee amid coalition tensions over military manpower.
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koreaherald.compolitics53 days ago
Israeli Defense Minister Responds to Satire Show Portrayal
Defense Minister Israel Katz criticized a comedian portraying him on a popular Israeli television program. The minister used strong language in comments about the performance.
politics54 days ago
Polls Show Opposition Bloc Short of Majority Without Arab Parties
Recent surveys indicate the bloc of Jewish parties opposing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu would fall four seats short of a majority if elections were held now. Leaders of several opposition parties have ruled out cooperation with Arab parties.
thehindu.compolitics54 days ago
Democrats Party Chairman Yair Golan Seeks to Rebuild Israel's Zionist Left
Yair Golan, chairman of the Democrats party, outlined plans to revive the Zionist left ahead of Israel's 2026 elections. He has postponed emphasis on a two-state solution and offered Meretz members realistic positions on the party slate.
politics55 days ago
Israeli Court Cancels Netanyahu Corruption Hearing
A scheduled hearing in the corruption case against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was canceled. Lawmakers are scheduled to hold a preliminary vote on dissolving the Knesset.
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abcnews.go.compolitics55 days ago
Netanyahu Requests Cancellation of Cross-Examination
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asked to cancel his scheduled cross-examination. The prosecution agreed to the request. Judges have not yet ruled on the matter.
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Knesset Committee Advances Bill to Split Attorney-General Role
A Knesset committee approved a bill to divide the attorney-general position into separate roles for advancement to first reading. The measure passed unanimously with nine votes in favor.
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