Latest polling shows Likud’s rise, Bennett’s strong support, and deep divisions on war policy and the haredi draft law.
The bill is currently being prepared in the Knesset Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee but is unlikely to pass by the end of the month.
Coalition funds are a part of the national budget aimed at enabling the implementation of political agreements.
The vote over coalition funds has been delayed.
Sharing power again and blocking the far right might seem important enough for SPÖ’s base and keep it from obstructing the future government’s work.
A weak, divided opposition is fueling concerns over the future of Israel’s democracy.
Austria's far Right FPÖ failed to form a government after coalition talks with the ÖVP collapsed, raising the likelihood of a snap election.
Likud reached 24, and Itamar Ben-Gvir’s party, Otzma Yehudit, received nine seats.
Lapid made the comments while visiting Kibbutz Nir Oz as the second phase negotiations are set to begin.
Ultimately, the hostage deal will remain a fragile balancing act. Its continuation depends on Netanyahu’s ability to manage not just his coalition but also his relationship with Trump.