Israel Democracy Institute
Bnei Brak clashes reflect long-building tensions within haredi society, researcher says - interview
An Israel Democracy Institute researcher says the violence reflects long-standing shifts within haredi society and mounting friction over IDF conscription.
Israelis divided on joining US pre-emptive strike on Iran, ending US military aid - IDI poll
Post-October 7, coalition more concerned with controlling the systems than addressing recovery
Only one third of Israeli Arabs feel safe in Israel - poll
Israelis still believe in the country, but not its institutions, IDI survey reveals
Only about a quarter of Jewish respondents described Israeli democracy as “good” or “excellent,” continuing a downward trend in recent years, with ratings among Arab respondents even lower.
Majority of Israelis oppose granting Netanyahu pardon, believe gov't is 'fairly corrupt' - poll
Survey results also demonstrated that the vast majority of Israelis expect military conflict in the near future, with Hezbollah being the most likely, followed by Iran.
Nearly quarter of Israeli public would consider moving overseas, IDI survey reveals
The margin becomes even bigger with secular Jews, with 39% considering departing Israel, a number higher than the one registered among religious Jews.
‘Stage two’ of Karhi’s controversial broadcasting bill proposes radio reform
Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi launches "stage two" of his media overhaul with a plan to reshape Israel’s radio market, despite legal warnings and mounting opposition.
Less than half of Israelis believe Hamas will relinquish control of the Gaza Strip - poll
While an Israel Democracy Institute study found that national mood is trending upwards, 72.5% of Israelis expressed doubt that Hamas will be replaced by a multinational ruling body.
Majority of Israelis want war to end, Netanyahu to resign, IDI poll finds
The Israel Democracy Institute found that 66% of Israelis surveyed believe that the Israel-Hamas War should be ended by the current hostage deal on the table.
'A serious and unacceptable act': Venetian mayor condemns antisemitic attack on Jewish tourists
The incident follows another report of a Jewish couple being attacked in Venice last month.
Poll shows deep divide in Israeli attitudes toward teaching divisive issues in schools
Dr. Tammy Hoffman: "The survey shows that a substantial share of the public - nearly one-third - is opposed to addressing matters relating to the war and other political issues in the classrooms."
Editor's Notes: Israel’s media landscape has changed, and so has the country - comment
After October 7, Israelis moved from TV bulletins to social feeds, with Channel 14 gaining ground.
78% of Jewish Israelis believe IDF tries to avoid harming civilians, majority of Arabs disagree
Similarly, most Jews trust the IDF’s reports on Palestinian civilian casualties and soldier suicides, while a majority of Arab Israelis express skepticism.
