Poll by Channel 12 shows Likud and National Unity narrowing gap, with Likud at 20 mandates, National Unity at 23. Yesh Atid follows with 15, Yisrael Beytenu with 14 mandates.
International alarm grows over potential third Lebanon war involving Iran. Netanyahu warns of Iran's multi-front threats while diplomats urge diplomatic solutions amid escalating tensions.
In his first Hebrew interview since the start of the war with Hamas, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu discusses judicial reform protests, current demonstrations, the haredi draft and more.
Maariv poll shows Gantz voters declining, coalition still shrinking
Former Likud MK Osnat Mark is trying to block Avi Cohen Scali's appointment to a key position, allegedly seeking the role for herself.
The move came after MK Benny Gantz left the emergency government and far-right MKs exerted pressure, leaving the future of the war unclear.
No new cabinet will be formed following the exit of Gantz from the existing war cabinet, PM announced.