Politics

Retired judge Moshe Drori is a leading candidate for head of the Police Investigation Department (PID), a move that could turn the agency into a tool against the Attorney General.

AI videos and fear-mongering broadcasts have become an integral part of election campaigns in Israel. Promises and work plans are giving way to frontal attacks designed to trigger gut emotions. From the eighties to the 2026 elections - a journey following negative campaigns in Israel.

During a conference, the chairman of the "Yashar!" party was asked about his position on Qatar, presenting a line different from that of Naftali Bennett. Eisenkot clarified that Qatar is not legally defined as such, comparing the relationship to the complexity regarding Turkey: "It carries out very negative activity, but trade is still maintained with it."

Yisrael Beiteinu chairman Avigdor Lieberman has called for a complete budget overhaul, the closure of unnecessary ministries, and preparation for a post-US aid reality after 2028.

Following the approval of a proposal by Benjamin Netanyahu and Haim Katz allowing incumbent MKs to run in districts, several lawmakers are finalizing their plans. MK Amit Halevi is considering a run in the Jerusalem district, while Shalom Danino will compete in the Southern district.

Following an appeal by an attorney on behalf of the ruling party, the signage company removed the central sign at the Azrieli complex. The media group is outraged and accuses 'Likud' of attempting to silence a critical media outlet.

Ben Caspit reveals: The new rules of the Elections Committee have just come into effect, and a first confrontation has already been recorded - Yonatan Urich uploaded an AI video in which Netanyahu and Trump are seen joking at the expense of Gadi Eisenkot - without the required marking. The "Yashar" party sent an urgent warning letter - and the video was removed.

Against the backdrop of political and security developments, Likud maintains a strong lead in the polls, while several parties fail to cross the electoral threshold. Benjamin Netanyahu holds a significant lead over his rivals in the race for Prime Minister.

A Calcalist investigation reveals that since 2021, the Likud party has sold 8 of its 37 real estate assets. Four of these transactions were made to party insiders or their family members, often at prices significantly below market value.

Netanyahu praised Democratic Senator John Fetterman for his support of Israel, telling him: "Your stance will be remembered in history" • Fetterman sharply criticized his party and the New York City Council member, declaring: "I will be the conscience of the Democratic Party."

The Democrats party could be the second largest in the change bloc if Bennett and Lapid split after the elections. Its members do not hide their desire to promote the idea of a Palestinian state. But this is exactly what could keep the undecided from the Religious Zionist sector in the embrace of Netanyahu and the Haredim.

The 'Yashar!' party issued a formal warning to the Likud party's legal advisor and Yonatan Urich, demanding the removal of an AI-generated video. Sources close to Gadi Eisenkot claim that while the tweet was posted by Urich, the message and voice originated from Benjamin Netanyahu and the Likud party.

The source claimed that Iran is deterred and at a point of weakness, clarified that Israel will not hesitate to act against it again, and confirmed that Tehran is not enriching uranium with centrifuges at Mount Machosh. Additionally, he revealed that Netanyahu asked Trump to block an Israeli withdrawal from Syria, and addressed the sensitive contacts with the US President and his deputy: "There...

Finance Committee meetings adjourned after 11 hours without approving coalition fund transfers for Minister Orit Strock’s ministry or ultra-Orthodox kindergarten teachers; the opposition signals its intent to block further discussions.

Amid negotiations for a joint list, Ayelet Shaked warns her partners against running independently: "Mobilizing a base and bringing in voters is a much more complex task than it seems from the outside."

Through the law firm of Ilan Bombach, a warning letter was sent to the KKL chairman after he publicly expressed support for Gadi Eisenkot on social media. Likud claims this is prohibited election propaganda and threatens legal action.

MK Afif Abed announced on Tuesday that he will run in the Likud primaries for the Galilee and Valleys district. In his statement, he called on Likud members from all sectors of the district to support him, emphasizing his commitment to representing the region in the Knesset.

The Prime Minister said he "only heard about the reactions" to the video he published himself, in which Gadi Eizenkot is seen running to hug a young man, and at the last moment deviates to hug Mansour Abbas. The young man reminded many of Eizenkot's son who fell in the war; the PM stated: "It is better not to engage in bereavement; if it were the other way around, you would have paralyzed the...

Oshrat Gani Gonen has announced her entry into national politics by joining the Yashar! party after over three decades in local government. Gadi Eisenkot welcomed the move, stating that her extensive experience will be vital for strengthening local authorities and rural areas.

Following a video circulated against him on social media from his CNN interview, Yair Lapid clarifies what he actually said about Jewish terrorism and adds: "I thank Yinon Magal and the other mouthpieces who do not stop publishing materials from my speeches and interviews in America. You and your boss have destroyed our relations with the Democrats."

First publication: The Likud submitted to the Supreme Court a response to MK Sharren Haskel's petition regarding the merger with New Hope, requesting its dismissal and stating that the political agreement is not legally enforceable.

MK Yulia Malinovsky (Yisrael Beiteinu) stated that Avigdor Lieberman is the only candidate worthy of leading the government due to his experience. She criticized Benny Gantz for his lack of political experience, called Netanyahu 'expired,' and emphasized the need for universal conscription, including for ultra-Orthodox citizens.

Avirama Golan, a journalist, author, and 2024 Ministry of Culture award winner, has harshly attacked Democrats party chairman Yair Golan, alleging a shift in the party's political direction.

The musician Yoav Eliassi spoke out sharply against the chairman of the "Democrats" party following a quote published in the British newspaper "The Telegraph", and claimed that these statements cause enormous damage to the image of the State of Israel in the world.

Yair Golan addressed his controversial statement regarding Channel 14: "It is a propaganda outlet. Either it will become a media channel, or it will be closed." At the same time, the chairman of the "Democrats" party clarified: "I have criticism of Channel 12 as well, but it operates as a legitimate media outlet."

Against the backdrop of extensive fundraising and the establishment of 150 headquarters, party chairman MK Avi Maoz launched the election campaign. He clarified that the party intends to run to the end, aiming to serve as a bridge between the religious and Haredi public.

An article published on Wednesday in the British newspaper The Telegraph featured a controversial statement by Democrats party chairman Yair Golan in its headline. The piece presented the remark within a profile of the politician seeking to lead the left-wing camp in upcoming elections, drawing a sharp condemnation from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

During Itamar Ben Gvir's tenure as Minister of National Security, illegal house demolitions in the Negev have indeed increased. However, the data presented by the minister to compare with the previous government is misleading. Globes' Whistle.

In an interview with 103FM, Netanyahu's former advisor claimed that the meeting with Donald Trump at the White House served the Prime Minister primarily politically. He further estimated that Netanyahu attaches importance to polls outside of Channel 14, and if he realizes he has no chance of winning the elections, he may not run.

The Negev and the Galilee are the strategic and social heart of Israel. It is time to move from point-based support to large-scale investments, turning the periphery into the country's main economic growth engine.

In a conversation with 103fm, Minister of Settlements Orit Struck addressed claims regarding the composition of her party, Religious Zionism, and discussed Benjamin Netanyahu's visit to Washington. She also sharply criticized former Central Command chief Avi Mizrahi for his comments on a recent security incident.

Ahead of the 2026 elections, Knesset member Zvi Sukkot (Religious Zionism) and Liran Avishar Ben-Horin (Yachad) debated key issues, ranging from the cancellation of the Oslo Accords to ultra-Orthodox conscription and the cost of living.

About 16 billion shekels will be allocated to various purposes, including 111 million for ultra-Orthodox education. The Knesset Finance Committee convened during the parliamentary recess to approve the budget adjustments.

The Finance Committee is convening today to discuss transfers totaling 16 billion shekels, including approximately 653 million shekels in coalition funds intended primarily for the ultra-Orthodox sector and settlers. Opposition members argue that such a large-scale distribution during the election recess exceeds the committee's authority.

Our correspondent Avraham Hasson reported this Tuesday evening that Deputy Minister Almog Cohen did not submit his candidacy for the Likud party primaries after the deadline passed. This raises the question: did Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu promise him a reserved spot in his party, or is Cohen planning to run at the head of a new faction?

First publication: Knesset Finance Committee Chairman MK Hanoch Milwidsky sent a sharp letter to Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana, claiming that the Knesset's legal counsel is exceeding its authority, disrupting legislative work, and undermining the powers of elected officials.

Meidan Bar, chairman of the Pilots Association who is running with Yisrael Beiteinu, criticized the Yashar! chairman at a campaign event. He stated: "Not every Chief of Staff can be a CEO."

At the center of the campaign is the message: "THIS IS NOT CHAOS. IT IS A PLAN." and alongside it the call: "AMERICA, YOU CAN'T TRUST HIM". Peace Now stated that "the movement calls on the American president not to grant legitimacy to the policy led by Netanyahu, Smotrich, and Ben Gvir."

During a quiz in an interview at the Israel Security Conference, Minister of Defense Israel Katz was asked to name the defense ministers during Israel's wars. When reaching the Second Lebanon War and Operation Protective Edge, Katz claimed these were not wars. In the Second Lebanon War alone, 165 Israelis were killed and thousands wounded.

The head of the Shin Bet has canceled his predecessor's recommendation to disqualify the new party of the far-right activist and Michael Ben-Ari. The decision was made despite Bar's warning regarding extremist ideology.