Elections
Gantz, Likud, Netanyahu attack Eisenkot after saying minority government of 58 seats is possible
“We will know how to form a government, even with 58 seats,” said Eisenkot during an interview for N12, which sparked a series of attacks and reactions from several politicians
Thai PM moves to dissolve parliament, setting stage for elections
Peace is possible: My political party reached a peace deal with the Palestinian Authority - opinion
What did the gov’t approve for Israel’s 2026 state budget? - explainer
Honduras presidential candidate Nasralla says Trump interference damaged election - interview
Honduran presidential candidate Salvador Nasralla claimed that US President Donald Trump's surprise endorsement of the conservative candidate, Nasry Asfura, had flipped the race.
US Supreme Court revives pro-Republican Texas voting map
The Supreme Court reinstated Texas’s GOP drawn electoral map, a move that could shift multiple House seats and intensify the 2026 battle for control of Congress.
Reservists Party accuses Likud of pressuring registrar to block its registration
The party, led by former communications minister Yoaz Hendel, is made up largely of IDF reservists. Registered back in September, its final approval has been delayed for more than a month.
Netanyahu presses on with reforms as Likud turmoil intensifies
Senior lawmakers clash over procedure and politics, raising doubts about the governing bloc’s direction and its ability to advance key reforms.
75% of Arab Israelis support Arab party joining government coalition post-war, survey reveals
The survey, conducted by Tel Aviv University, examined the attitudes of Israel’s Arab population following the conclusion of the war in Gaza.
Mamdani’s win in NYC mayoral election illuminates hostility to Israel, Jews - opinion
It is no longer a political liability to openly show disdain for Israel and Jews; it is an asset.
Conservative Asfura, backed by Trump, takes slim lead in Honduras presidential election
The Honduran election faces a highly polarized climate amid fraud accusations. The ruling party's Rixi Moncada suggested she might not recognize the official results.
Israel needs to find a way to move on after years of Netanyahu corruption trial - editorial
With the haredi draft and West Bank annexation alone, there are major issues on the table to be faced in the future.
Jewish moderate Julie Menin claims victory as next New York City Council speaker
Manhattan councilwoman Julie Menin claims enough support to become New York City Council speaker, signaling a possible shift toward moderation under mayor-elect Mamdani.
Czech president voices opposition to cabinet nominee who made Nazi salute
Filip Turek stated that his Nazi salute and posting of Nazi memorabilia were due to "bad humour" rather than any affinity to Nazism or racism.
Challenges of a parliamentary system: How Knesset emasculated Israel - opinion
Seventy percent of Israelis want a new prime minister - yet voters have no mechanism to make it happen.
