Politics

The April 2019 elections returned Israel to the era of two major parties, a battle that came at the expense of smaller factions and resulted in 8.6% of votes being wasted. Will another former Chief of Staff, Gadi Eisenkot, succeed in the 2026 elections where his predecessor failed in the battle to topple Benjamin Netanyahu?

The "absolute victory" Netanyahu promised in the war against Hamas has yet to be achieved, and the Prime Minister finds himself two and a half months before the elections forced to balance between the President's demand to advance the implementation of the agreement in the Strip and the fear of alienating his supporters. While polls are discouraging, strikes in Gaza have already ceased: "This is...

According to a Channel 14 poll, 42% of respondents believe that the decisions of Central Elections Committee Chairman, Judge Noam Sohlberg, assist the opposition, while an equal number view them as neutral. Meanwhile, 43% of those surveyed stated that PM Netanyahu's reserved spots increase their likelihood of voting for Likud.

During the 'Patriots' program on Channel 14, a heated debate erupted regarding the reservation of a spot for a new candidate on the Likud list. Panelist Avi Shoshan expressed anger, claiming the candidate is unknown to the general public.

During the program "The Patriots" on Channel 14, host Yinon Magal addressed future political scenarios and a possible coalition. Magal referred to the meeting between Avigdor Lieberman and Naftali Bennett, claiming that in such a situation, each of the parties would get what they wanted. He also warned of possible consequences for Judea and Samaria.

A political storm has erupted following a report on C14 that the identities of members of the search committee for the head of Mahash are being kept secret due to fears of persecution by the Attorney General. It is reported that Gali Baharav-Miara is attempting to pressure members to resign to thwart the appointment of a new Mahash head under the recently passed law, despite the High Court of...

Published this evening (Monday) on News 14: We recently exposed the friendly and financial connection between the Democrats party candidate, Yaya Fink, and the educational organization HaChalutz. The HaChalutz movement encompasses pre-military preparatory programs. It is headed by Avishai Ben Aharon, grandson of the legendary Labor party figure, Yitzhak Ben Aharon, who struggled to accept the...

Eylon Levy, who served as a spokesperson for the National Public Diplomacy Directorate, reveals how he became the country's official spokesperson due to a suit and native-level English. He said these things to the "Blue and White" podcast with Ben Carasso.

Benjamin Netanyahu has worked to reserve a spot on the Likud list for businessman Oren Dobronsky, aiming to appeal to voters. However, the appointment has sparked debate due to Dobronsky's past harsh criticism of Donald Trump and ceasefire policies.

A Channel 12 poll places Gadi Eisenkot's Yashar party in first place with 24 mandates, ahead of Likud. The anti-Netanyahu bloc reaches 70 mandates, while the coalition remains with only 50.

As part of the new "HaOlam HaBoker" project, Energy Minister Eli Cohen (Likud) met with journalist Paz Robinson on a basketball court in Holon. In an informal setting, the politician discussed his primary expectations and evaluated the work of his colleagues.

Zuhair Bahloul praised the joining of Yoav Segalovitz to Ra'am and claimed it might turn out to be a brilliant political move. According to him, the integration of Arabs and Jews into joint politics may in the future lead to broader participation in civil service.

New Likud party member Oren Dubrovinsky posted a critique of Donald Trump on X regarding US-Iran negotiations, labeling the president's policy as "morally corrupt." The businessman has since issued a formal apology.

The political storm surrounding the failure to reserve a spot for Einav Zangauker on the 'Democrats' party list is intensifying. Yaron Avraham, a Channel 12 correspondent and anchor, criticized Yair Golan, stating that the politician used the mother of a hostage for political gain before discarding her.

The outgoing Yesh Atid MK will present his conditions for joining the Ra'am list tomorrow. His demands include the number two spot without formal party membership and exemption from factional discipline. Meanwhile, Arab local council leaders are urging Abbas to unite with Ahmad Tibi's Ta'al, following the freeze in negotiations between Ta'al, Hadash, and Balad.

Businessman and investor Oren Dobronsky has been presented as the first reserved candidate on the Likud list for the upcoming elections. He is set to lead the artificial intelligence sector following the vote.

Two and a half months ago, former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett led the betting tables with the highest odds for the 2026 premiership, but since then he has seen a sharp decline, reaching a low of only 5%, while Lieberman has overtaken him for the first time. Who is the leading candidate?

At a Democrats party event in Nazareth, an emergency plan called "Root Treatment" was launched to combat crime in the Arab sector. According to the party's data, 889 people, including 49 children, have been murdered during the current government's term.

Upon entering the election campaign, Dayan declares that he proudly raises two central banners that combine national and social resilience: the security banner and the social-educational banner.

The Minister of Diaspora Affairs attacked Naftali Bennett and Ayelet Shaked during a Likud conference. "When I was in The New Right, we had 'celebrity' ministers, and they still didn't pass the electoral threshold." He also warned against satellite parties on the right: "One of the biggest dangers is small parties with big egos; let's unite or step aside."

Moti Leitner, chairman of the "Haredi Public" faction, presents a firm line on the conscription law, attacks the Haredi parties, addresses extremist violence, sexual abuse in the sector, and the integration of women. In a special interview for "HaYom" he clarifies: "We are committed to the Netanyahu bloc, but support a unity government during wartime."

The former Knesset member from Yesh Atid and the chairman of Ra'am are expected to meet to discuss details, with the agenda including ideological gaps between the two, primarily on LGBT rights. Sgalovitz admitted that he understands public reluctance regarding the move, but argues it serves the central goal: replacing the government.

The chairman of The Democrats pledged to establish a special task force and dedicated courts, sharply criticizing the government: "A country capable of reaching any terrorist organization can also handle crime." He stated that the party will demand the Ministry of Internal Security portfolio.

Einav Zangauker announced that her public activity in the coming years will not take place from the Knesset, after she claimed that Yair Golan reneged on an agreement to reserve a spot for her at the top of the list. She clarified that she will continue to act for the "repair of the state" in her own way.

Mati Tuchfeld estimates that Hadar Muchtar will not be able to run in the Likud primaries and warns of a legal ruling that could further crowd the list. At the same time, the ultra-Orthodox parties are dealing with pressure from within and without.

Against the backdrop of stagnation in the mandate polls, Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana admitted that the coalition's electoral situation is difficult, but claimed that the trend can still be changed.

Ben Caspit and Yinon Magal clashed on 103fm radio over the possibility of cooperation with Mansour Abbas, support for Netanyahu, and the consequences of October 7. Magal warned of a "Trojan horse", Caspit mocked: "It is indescribable"

In an interview with the "All in" podcast, singer Avi Bitter discussed his career, his long-standing struggle in the industry, and the political reality in Israel, explaining why he supports the Prime Minister.

In the shadow of dismal polls and the many reserved spots promised to Benjamin Netanyahu, the primaries will be among the toughest and most significant, as the structure of the list will indicate the party's line for the day after. In the remaining week, MKs and ministers are stepping up efforts, and Netanyahu hopes for a list that will bring back the voters who abandoned it. Tension is rising...

Avida Bachar, who lost his wife and son on October 7, warns against the continued strengthening of Hamas and demands fundamental change in Gaza. At the same time, he rejects the possibility of being placed on the Likud list and clarifies: "I reject this entirely."

As the elections approach, public discourse in Israel is sinking to a new low: from dangerous incitement against Gadi Eisenkot to the blurring of the basic facts of the October 7 failure, hatred and fear are once again taking center stage. It is going to be especially dirty. We will postpone the work of rebuilding Israel to other days.

The Prime Minister announced that Israel rejects the plan and received praise from Bezalel Smotrich. However, in the Council tasked with managing the Strip, they told Ynet: "It would have been better for Israel if its announcements matched its actual actions; it would have enjoyed the political advantage of complying with the agreement."

Shirel Hogeg, an entrepreneur and resident of Ofakim, will lead the party's government efficiency program. Gadi Eisenkot stated: "Shirel is a symbol of the citizens who rose up on October 7, took responsibility, and decided to take action."

In the new video, the Defense Minister emphasizes the transition to an "offensive policy" and the expansion of the IDF's freedom of action. Last week, he published a video starring himself under the slogan "Finally a right-wing Defense Minister."

They have experience, public sympathy, and zero controversy. So how is it that the prestige list of Likud defectors and Aliza Bloch is barely scraping the electoral threshold?

The party aims for the former mayor of Beit Shemesh, considered a consensus figure, to attract undecided voters and help forge alliances within the "third bloc." Bloch is the first to join the former minister, who is currently not passing the electoral threshold in polls.

In an interview with 103FM radio, former Shin Bet head Yoram Cohen stated that there are "cracks" in the decisions made by current Shin Bet chief David Zini. Cohen also addressed the October 7 failure, arguing that an investigation is essential to identify what went wrong and prevent future occurrences.

Shira, mother of the late Aner Shapira, was interviewed on 103FM regarding her party's standing in the polls ahead of the upcoming elections.

The progressive candidate for the Senate in Michigan revealed that he spoke with the former president after his victory in the primaries: "A warm and inspiring conversation" The Democratic Party is already lining up behind him ahead of the decisive battle in November.

"One Thing" is the "HaYom Plus" questionnaire for politicians seeking the youth vote in the upcoming elections, inviting them to talk about one thing they intend to do in each of the areas that concern new voters.