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US Urges Israel to Stop West Bank Settler Attacks After Journalist Injured
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged Israel to crack down on settler violence following attacks on a US journalist and European diplomats in the West Bank, drawing international concern.
Opposition Strategy Clash: Yashar and The Democrats Debate Bloc Leadership
A growing strategic dispute emerges within the Israeli opposition as Gadi Eisenkot's Yashar party aims to become the largest faction, while The Democrats emphasize building the overall bloc.
Court Rejects Sara Netanyahu's Dismissal Request in Yair Golan Suit
A district court rejected Sara Netanyahu's request to dismiss a defamation lawsuit filed by The Democrats leader Yair Golan over October 7 remarks.
Yair Golan Urges Opposition to Exclude Ultra-Orthodox From Coalition
Yair Golan urged opposition parties to pledge against joining a future government with ultra-Orthodox factions, criticizing Netanyahu over the draft crisis.
Supreme Court to Hear Petition on Security Details for Yair Golan
The Supreme Court will review a petition by "The Democrats" on Tuesday concerning security for party leader Yair Golan amid high threat levels.
High Court Rejects Petition to Disqualify Otzma Yehudit from 2026 Elections
The High Court of Justice rejected a petition by "The Democrats" to disqualify "Otzma Yehudit" and Itamar Ben Gvir from the 2026 Knesset elections, citing procedural flaws and significant delays.
Yair Golan Outlines Opposition Unity and Security Strategy for Future Government
The Democrats leader Yair Golan outlined coalition priorities in a radio interview, stressing the need for a state inquiry, equal enlistment, and replacing Hamas rule.

MK Naama Lazimi Reflects on Global Recognition in TIME100 Next 2026 List
MK Naama Lazimi reflects on her inclusion in the TIME100 Next 2026 list, dedicating the global honor to Israel's social justice and democratic movement.
Netanyahu and Likud Ordered to Pay Legal Costs Over Gaza Campaign Video
The Central Election Committee ordered Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Likud to pay legal costs to The Democrats over a campaign video filmed in Gaza.
MK Naama Lazimi Named to TIME100 Next 2026 List of Rising Global Stars
MK Naama Lazimi, No. 2 on 'The Democrats' list, was named to TIME100 Next 2026. The magazine highlighted her leadership and fight for social justice ahead of the October 27 elections.
The Democrats Leader Yair Golan Vows to Block Netanyahu's Return to Power
Yair Golan stated that The Democrats will not join a government without laws barring Benjamin Netanyahu from power, while vowing to reverse judicial changes.
Hostage Survivor Rom Braslavski Blasts Yair Golan Over Political Video
Hostage survivor Rom Braslavski sharply criticized "The Democrats" leader Yair Golan for comparing a controversial film to the October 7 massacres to attack Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Yair Golan Files Defamation Lawsuit Against Sara Netanyahu Over October 7 Claims
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.
The "Democrats" Party Unveils National Mental Health Rehabilitation Plan
The "Democrats" party led by Yair Golan presented a national mental health rehabilitation plan, committing to establish a dedicated governmental headquarters with a 1.5 billion NIS budget.
Threatening video against Yair Golan: The Democrats party demands protection
The chairman of The Democrats, Yair Golan, will petition the Supreme Court after the Advisory Committee for the Protection of Public Figures denied him security. The party released a video featuring harsh rhetoric and an image of a firing gun.
Discussion on Yair Golan's security postponed to today — The Democrats attack: "Abandoning his security"
After the committee recommended providing security for Gadi Eisenkot, a decision regarding the chairman of The Democrats is expected today. The party claims political motives and threatens to petition the Supreme Court: "Responsibility for his life lies with Benjamin Netanyahu and the head of the Shin Bet"
"The Democrats" used the hostages' families as a spearhead – and then threw them away
What a spectacular sight: Yair Golan's "The Democrats" party presents us with a lesson in political integrity and the "use and discard" method. For years they used Einav Zangauker, turning her and her tragedy into the spearhead of the protest while her son was a hostage in Gaza.
Yair Golan quoted Arafat and sparked a storm: "The most dangerous man in Israel"
The chairman of The Democrats, Yair Golan, has sparked controversy after quoting Yasser Arafat in an Arabic-language Facebook post. Responding to criticism regarding his outreach to the Arab sector, he declared: "Whoever does not like it — let him go drink the sea water."
Yinon Magal against Einav Zangauker: "A crude and violent woman, a badge of shame for the Left"
Channel 14 host Yinon Magal harshly attacked Einav Zangauker following the decision by "The Democrats" chairman Yair Golan not to reserve a spot for her on his Knesset list. Magal labeled her a "crude and vulgar woman" and stated that her status within the left-wing camp is a "badge of shame."
"A word is a word": Einav Zangauker reveals the agreement with Yair Golan that did not materialize
Einav Zangauker announced that her public activity in the coming years will not take place from the Knesset, after she claimed that Yair Golan reneged on an agreement to reserve a spot for her at the top of the list. She clarified that she will continue to act for the "repair of the state" in her own way.
Einav Zangauker will not join "The Democrats" party list
The chairman of "The Democrats," Yair Golan, informed Einav Zangauker, mother of a former hostage and a prominent protest activist, that he has decided not to use his reserved spot option for her.
Yair Golan informs Einav Zangauker he will not use reserved spots for candidates
The mother of hostage Matan Zangauker, a prominent figure in the hostage release protests, considered running with The Democrats. However, party chairman Yair Golan confirmed he would not use his reserved spot quota to avoid displacing candidates elected in the primaries.
Karhi: "Did you see a video of Yair Golan firing a single bullet on October 7? I don't think he saved anyone"
Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi questioned Yair Golan's heroic actions on October 7, labeling him and his party members as "terrorist lovers." This statement marks another instance of conspiracy theories being spread against the leader of The Democrats party.
Yair Golan: "If I get 15 mandates - I will be the Minister of Defense"
The chairman of The Democrats, Yair Golan, stated that if his party wins 15 mandates, he expects to serve as Minister of Defense. He also identified Gadi Eisenkot as the "natural candidate" for Prime Minister of the anti-Netanyahu bloc and criticized the performance of Shin Bet head David Zini.