Israeli politics
Coalition submits bill to dissolve Knesset, vote expected next week
The remarks came on Tuesday, as Bennett outlined his plans for the country if elected, alongside opposition leader Yair Lapid, at the first major campaign event of their newly merged Together party.
Herzog warns Israel’s greatest internal threat is growing division at ‘Time to Talk’ conference
Haredi parties may push elections as Netanyahu loses leverage - analysis
Lapid says more party mergers to come soon ahead of elections, as Liberman calls for constitution
Gov’t approves Smotrich ally Israel Malachi as Finance Ministry director-general
He is a close associate of Smotrich, which led to criticism over the appointment. Malachi also had previously served as the treasurer of a council governing over 40 West Bank settlements.
Ex-minister Chili Tropper quits Blue and White, Gantz decries 'painful day'
Tropper said he was leaving the party because, within Blue and White, he could no longer "realize his worldview."
Middle Israel: Will Bennett and Lapid's fourth Israeli alliance last? - opinion
The alliance that Bennett and Lapid unveiled this week is young and might well fail the way so many others have before it. But two things can already be said in its favor.
Bennett unveils ‘Israeli Renaissance’ plan, says alliance will replace Netanyahu - exclusive
Bennett unveiled in a Wednesday interview with The Jerusalem Post his plan to bring one million new olim to Israel over the next decade.
Likud minister contradicts Netanyahu, says US limiting Israel's actions in Lebanon
Dichter, a member of the security cabinet, offered a rare glimpse on Wednesday into the decision-making constraints shaping Israel’s conduct on the northern front.
Eisenkot calls on opposition to secure 'Zionist' majority against Netanyahu
Eisenkot said he reached out on Monday to the parties he described as the “Hope Bloc” follwing the political merger of former prime ministers Bennett and Lapid.
New Bennett-Lapid joint party marks return of 'covenant of brothers' - analysis
Talks between the two were long, intense, and crowded, taking place over several weeks. Those who spoke with them during this period heard many mutual compliments, although without understanding.
Israeli politics shaken as Bennett and Lapid join forces again - analysis
On paper, Bennett and Lapid had no business being allied. However, the personal trust between them is the central campaign promise.
Members of Israel's Right in talks to form new party as alternative to Likud
The initiative, informally described as “Likud B,” is being advanced by right-wing figures, many of whom have had strained relations with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Weakening Israel’s defense plays into Iran’s hands - opinion
The US Senate’s vote last week to block military aid to Israel reflects a worrying trend