Politics

Bereaved families and parents have demanded that Israeli party leaders clarify their positions on the Oslo Accords and the division of the West Bank ahead of the elections.

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich and MK Simcha Rothman are presenting the next phase of their judicial reform plan, including splitting the Attorney General's role and enacting an override clause.

Keren Terner Eyal of the BeYachad party discussed election strategies, economic challenges, and the need for universal military conscription in a recent radio interview.

Education Minister Yoav Kisch warned right-wing voters against supporting parties struggling to cross the electoral threshold, cautioning that an independent run by Ofer Winter could waste crucial votes.

Likud has petitioned to disqualify Ra'am from the 26th Knesset elections. Justice Noam Solberg ordered a swift response by Friday, with the Attorney General to follow.

The documentary "The Bibi Files" concerning Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will be screened at the European Parliament ahead of the Knesset elections.

Otzma Yehudit denied reports that Benjamin Netanyahu assured Itamar Ben Gvir of coalition inclusion, calling the claims absolute fake news.

Shas leader Aryeh Deri condemned the film "Neza" and criticized Yair Golan's past remarks regarding IDF soldiers, urging Gadi Eisenkot to cancel any electoral surplus agreements with Golan.

The High Court heard a petition from the Castleman family demanding a criminal probe into police handling of the scene where Yuval Castleman was killed in 2023.

Four former senior Israeli security officials warned in a new protest video that a deliberate security escalation could be used to delay or cancel the upcoming Knesset elections.

The official memorial hillula for late Shas founder Rabbi Ovadia Yosef at Binyanei HaUma has been canceled due to legal delays and an Attorney General election ban.

Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett warned of a severe existential threat if the ultra-Orthodox integration and military service crisis is left unresolved, calling the upcoming vote emergency rescue elections.

MK Tally Gotliv appeared at the Lod District Court for a defamation lawsuit filed by Shikma Bressler. Gotliv attacked Defense Minister Israel Katz and announced her move to Otzma Yehudit.

The Democrats leader Yair Golan filed a 2.5 million shekel defamation lawsuit against Sara Netanyahu after she suggested he had prior knowledge of the October 7 massacre.

A Tel Aviv court annulled a verdict ordering a former PM residence housekeeper to pay 100,000 shekels to Sara Netanyahu, as legal proceedings over defamation continue.

The Democrats party sent a legal warning to the Im Tirtzu movement and Likud, demanding clarification on whether the NGO constitutes an undeclared election body or a faction-linked entity for Likud ahead of the upcoming Knesset elections.

Sara Netanyahu faced public backlash after appearing in a New Year video with Border Police officers, drawing criticism over the alleged use of security forces for political campaign purposes.

Israel is launching a global public diplomacy campaign against the controversial film Collateral Damage, which won a prize at the Venice Film Festival. Officials and politicians condemn the movie as a distorted distortion of IDF operations in Gaza.

Likud leadership is weighing its electoral strategy regarding Ofer Winter's lagging party as internal polls show him struggling below the threshold, risking right-wing votes.

Recent political party changes ahead of the upcoming Knesset elections have brought several new temporary lawmakers into the Israeli parliament, granting them full salaries and benefits despite the brief term.

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar inaugurated Israel's first embassy in Ljubljana on Wednesday following a dramatic shift in Slovenian foreign policy, establishing a key EU ally.

Yisrael Beytenu's Rafi Ben Shitrit discussed potential coalition terms with Ofer Winter, ruling out cooperation if Winter recommends Netanyahu and opposes a state inquiry.

Keren Hayesod Chairman Eli Vered Hazan has announced his resignation amid a political uproar over alleged pressure to appoint former MK Osant Mark.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has invited Deputy Chief of Staff Amir Yadai to a security briefing with Opposition Leader Yair Lapid to seek support for defense budget adjustments.

Polymarket data shows former IDF Chief Gadi Eisenkot leading Israel's next prime ministerial race with 53% probability, ahead of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at 30%.

Yisrael Beytenu MK Oded Forer petitioned the Central Elections Committee to disqualify MK Ofer Cassif from the 26th Knesset over alleged support for armed struggle.

More than a year after the departure of Shas ministers, Israel's Interior Ministry remains vacant. As the nation looks toward future elections, political analysts examine potential scenarios for who will claim the powerful portfolio.

Israel Police have closed investigations into complaints against Channel 14 regarding broadcast statements, leading the state to request the dismissal of Supreme Court petitions.

Former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett's BeYachad party has unveiled a liberal platform promising civil union registration, equality in a Basic Law, and a ban on conversion therapy, marking a significant shift from his previous opposition to same-sex marriage recognition.

Likud and Otzma Yehudit petitioned the Central Elections Committee to disqualify Ra'am and the Joint List from the upcoming Knesset elections, citing alleged terror support.

A political clash erupted between Likud and Yashar! over Eliran Elia, candidate #33, following a Directors Guild statement supporting controversial films.

Culture Minister Miki Zohar vowed to revoke the citizenship of filmmakers Yuval Abraham and Rachel Shor after their film 'Neza' won a prize in Venice.

Five new polls following the Knesset list closure show Gadi Eisenkot's Yashar! leading in most surveys, while Likud tops one. Bloc totals remain deadlocked ahead of the October 2026 vote.

Israeli political parties are finalizing surplus vote agreements ahead of the upcoming elections, with the Joint List and Ra'am signing a pact, alongside alliances formed within the change bloc.

Polls project a record 34 women, 48 newcomers, and sharp security background disparities for Israel's upcoming 26th Knesset elections on October 27, 2026.

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas called for an EU-wide ban on settlement trade, comparing the West Bank to Crimea. Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar strongly condemned the remarks.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu blocked the dismissal of Israel Land Authority acting director Yehuda Eliahu, who received strong backing from regional council heads against housing minister pressure.

US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee praised Israeli activist Ben Crasso at a 9/11 commemoration event, telling him he hopes he becomes Prime Minister one day.

Ofer Winter's 'Amchah Yisrael' party launched its election campaign with billboards contrasting Winter's security approach with Yair Golan and Gadi Eisenkot.

Protest leader Shikma Bressler sharply criticized Likud's new reserved candidates, particularly Talyk Guetta, mother of a fallen soldier, after Guetta warned that an opposition victory would erase national memory.