Israel Politics

Israel's fractured opposition hands Netanyahu a full term - analysis

With the budget set to pass, Netanyahu’s government is poised to complete its term, as opposition infighting continues to undermine efforts to unseat him.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visit at the Yad Vashem Holocaust Museum in Jerusalem, February 26, 2026.

Eisenkot rejects Bennett’s offer to unite parties, says he won’t serve as ‘number two’

Former prime minister Naftali Bennett seen with Gadi Eisenkot during a march in support of the conscription of ultra-Orthodox Jews into the IDF, from the entrance of Jerusalem to the Knesset, January 15, 2026

Break the Strait: How the world can end Iran’s energy blackmail

Shraga Biran, President of the Institute for Structural Reforms

Netanyahu violated Second Authority appointment conflict-of-interest arrangement, Deputy A-G says

Deputy Attorney General Gil Limon attends a Constitution, Law and Justice Committee meeting at the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, March 23, 2026.

One month of war uncertainty leaves Israel’s political map unchanged - poll

The poll further found that 51% of Israelis do not trust US President Donald Trump to end the war with Iran in a way that would preserve Israel’s interests.

MARCH 27, 2026ByMOSHE COHEN

A man casts his vote in the Israeli general elections, at a polling station in Jerusalem, on November 1, 2022.

Chief of Staff Zamir warns IDF will collapse due to lack of manpower, raises 'ten red flags'

Israel would still need more soldiers in peacetime, while there is still no law set in place to significantly increase haredi conscription into the army.

MARCH 26, 2026ByKESHET NEEV, YONAH JEREMY BOB

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir attends the funeral of Israeli soldier Hadar Goldin, who's body had been held captive by Hamas in Gaza since 2014 and released a few days ago, at the Kfar Saba military cemetery.

Gulf nations take lead on Iran at UN while Europe weakens stance, Danon tells 'Post' - interview

While sharply criticizing European countries, the ambassador noted that regional rivals had set aside their differences to face a common threat.

MARCH 26, 2026ByAMICHAI STEIN

Ambassador Danny Danon, Permanent Representative of Israel to the UN, speaks during a United Nations Security Council meeting on the situation in the Middle East at the United Nations headquarters on March 11, 2026 in New York City.

Knesset advances compensation for businesses impacted by war, benefits for reservists

The compensation framework for businesses is among a series of broad measures advanced by the Finance Ministry to support businesses, employees, and nonprofit organizations impacted by the war.

MARCH 26, 2026ByKESHET NEEV

Finance Committee chair MK Hanoch Milwidsky leads a Finance committee meeting at the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, during the war with Iran and Hezbollah, March 15, 2026.

Death penalty bill expected for final vote next week after Knesset panel approves outline

The bill stipulates that a terrorist who intentionally kills a person as part of an act of terrorism will be sentenced to death, with the sentencing not requiring a unanimous verdict.

MARCH 25, 2026ByKESHET NEEV

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir at the Knesset committee discussing the death penalty law.

Gov’t approves millions for border cities in North under Hezbollah fire

The move is intended to “strengthen resilience and support community relief efforts, reflecting a clear policy: the enemy evacuates, while Israel’s residents remain strong in their homes."

MARCH 25, 2026ByKESHET NEEV

Israeli security and rescue forces at the scene where a missile fired from Lebanon toward Israel caused damage in the northern Israeli city of Kiryat Shmona, March 23, 2026.

Netanyahu spox. resigns following leaked racist comments calling Moroccan MKs 'baboons'

Prime Minister Netanyahu’s spokesperson, Ziv Agmon, denies that his comments were racist, calling them "ridiculous" as he is of Moroccan origin, and thus cannot be racist towards Moroccans.

MARCH 25, 2026ByANNA BARSKY, JAMES GENN

Ziv Agmon, acting chief of staff and spokesperson for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu walks outside his office at the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, February 23, 2026.

Netanyahu seeks to avoid snap vote as Iran war gives no boost in polls

Nearly four weeks into a war that has so far failed to achieve the toppling of Iran's clerical rulers, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is reportedly looking to stave off early elections.

MARCH 25, 2026ByREUTERS

PRIME MINISTER Benjamin Netanyahu giving a press conference, March 19, 2026.

Knesset panel advances death penalty bill for final readings, Ben-Gvir vows law will pass

The National Security Committee has been holding marathon discussions on the bill, which is expected to be brought for its final readings in the plenum next week.

MARCH 24, 2026ByKESHET NEEV

Minister of National Security Itamar Ben-Gvir in a Knesset plenum about the death penalty bill, in Jerusalem. March 24, 2026.

Heritage Minister Eliyahu submits opinion on Netanyahu pardon request to Herzog

The submission marks another step in one of Israel’s most unusual clemency proceedings, given that Netanyahu’s criminal trial is still ongoing.

MARCH 24, 2026BySARAH BEN-NUN, SHIR PERETS