Politics

The Saudi nuclear program and the hope in Lebanon: When Donald Trump zigzags, Israel must not hesitate
The American president opened a door to a nuclear agreement that would allow Saudi Arabia to enrich uranium, but later linked it to its joining the Abraham Accords. At the same time, the Lebanese president's words about ending hostilities with Israel and the moves in the south of the country create a new regional opportunity. Facing uncertainty in Washington, Israel must act quickly, seize the...

Success in housing, failure in taxation: what happened to Zohran Mamdani's campaign promises
Six months into his term, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani faces the reality of governance, as many of his ambitious campaign promises remain unfulfilled due to legal constraints and budgetary limitations.

"No mandate for draft dodging": Mass protest planned at Habima Square
The Movement for Quality Government and several civil society organizations will hold a mass demonstration this evening at Habima Square in Tel Aviv. Protesters are calling for a state commission of inquiry into the October 7 massacre and demanding equality in the burden of military service.

Eisenkot has completed a turnaround, but his key to power lies elsewhere
Israel is heading to elections, and Globes' poll of polls brings the latest data from all media outlets. Who is strengthening, who is weakening, and how does it affect the balance of power between the camps? This time: Eisenkot takes the lead at the expense of Likud, but forming a government is still not within reach.

Candidate from Eizenkot's party: "We will not be afraid to go to another election campaign"
Devora Sharifian-Bachar from the Yeshar! party stated: "If we cannot bring in people who share our principles, we will continue working hard until we provide the people with the leadership they deserve." According to a "Ha-Yom" poll, Eizenkot's party and the Likud are tied with 23 mandates each.

"I believe in the connection with Bennett, we were not wrong": Yair Lapid is not afraid of the polls
Opposition leader Yair Lapid reflects on his three-month partnership with Naftali Bennett in a special interview. He also addressed the nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia and current polling trends.

Eli Ohana on potential Likud list spot: 'It burns within me'
The Keshet 12 commentator addressed the reports of a possible move to the ruling party for the first time: 'I was approached by people connected to the Likud, but I did not take it seriously. After Amit Segal's report, I viewed it differently.' Reflecting on his past experience with Naftali Bennett, Ohana added: 'I learned my lesson and I am not rushing to say yes. It burns within me.'

In the Shadow of Escalation: Netanyahu to Meet Trump at the White House on Tuesday
The Prime Minister will travel to Washington to attend the funeral of Senator Lindsey Graham, followed by a meeting with the US President. Journalists will not be permitted to accompany the Prime Minister on the 'Knaf Zion' aircraft.

"If you dig deep enough, the truth is revealed": Sa'ar against the UNESCO vote on Sebastia
The Palestinian Authority is promoting a vote today at UNESCO to define Sebastia as a Palestinian heritage site in danger, ignoring the Jewish history of the place. Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar responded from an event at the City of David: "They are not just trying to rewrite history, but to invent a completely false narrative."