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Today, Nov 2
09:15
Protesters Target MK Gadi Eisenkot at Home as Political Tensions Rise
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Protesters Target MK Gadi Eisenkot at Home as Political Tensions Rise

Protesters targeted MK Gadi Eisenkot outside his home with severe verbal abuse. Opposition leaders strongly condemned the incident as political consultations for the upcoming government formation intensify.

Yesterday, Nov 1
15:45
Yair Golan Seeks to Form 27-Seat Bloc With Arab Parties for Coalition Talks
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Yair Golan Seeks to Form 27-Seat Bloc With Arab Parties for Coalition Talks

The Democrats leader Yair Golan is reportedly working to form a 27-seat political axis uniting his party with Ra'am and the Joint List to secure a unified stance in future coalition talks.

08:38
Yair Golan Warns of Iran Conflict as Israel Debates Caretaker War Powers
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Yair Golan Warns of Iran Conflict as Israel Debates Caretaker War Powers

Yair Golan warned of a rising threat from Iran, arguing Netanyahu lacks the legitimacy to manage a war. Meanwhile, legal experts debate whether a transitional government can legally authorize a major military campaign.

Oct 30, 2026
21:10
The Democrats Score High in Tel Aviv but Struggle in Periphery and Arab Towns
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The Democrats Score High in Tel Aviv but Struggle in Periphery and Arab Towns

Yair Golan's The Democrats party secured impressive results in Tel Aviv and central Israel but failed to cross the electoral threshold in numerous peripheral towns and Arab localities.

Oct 29, 2026
23:30
Israel Election Results Show Deadlocked Blocs as Pressure Mounts for Coalition
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Israel Election Results Show Deadlocked Blocs as Pressure Mounts for Coalition

Final election results reveal no bloc has a majority to form a government, prompting protests and calls from activists and politicians for a Jewish-Arab coalition.

21:32
Knesset Set for Major Renewal as New Lawmakers and Security Figures Enter
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Knesset Set for Major Renewal as New Lawmakers and Security Figures Enter

The 26th Knesset sees a major renewal following vote counts, with numerous security chiefs, social activists, and former lawmakers entering parliament across various political factions.

20:16
Ben Gvir Slams Police Chief Over Route 4 Ultra-Orthodox Protest Dispersal
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Ben Gvir Slams Police Chief Over Route 4 Ultra-Orthodox Protest Dispersal

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir harshly criticized Police Commissioner Danny Levi following the dispersal of ultra-Orthodox protests on Route 4. Police officials rejected the accusations, stating officers acted solely to maintain public order.

19:05
Surplus Vote Agreements Cost Netanyahu Bloc Mandate as Knesset Shifting Looms
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Surplus Vote Agreements Cost Netanyahu Bloc Mandate as Knesset Shifting Looms

Final election seat allocations show surplus vote agreements cost Netanyahu's bloc a mandate. Meanwhile, the Norwegian Law may temporarily bring Effi Nave into the Knesset.

Oct 28, 2026
20:42
Israeli Opposition Leaders Discuss Strategy to Replace Knesset Speaker
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Israeli Opposition Leaders Discuss Strategy to Replace Knesset Speaker

Opposition leaders in Israel are holding strategic talks to unseat Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana. With 93 percent of votes counted, neither political bloc has secured a clear majority to form a government.

15:29
Change Bloc Weighs Knesset Speaker Replacement Amid Vote Tally
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Change Bloc Weighs Knesset Speaker Replacement Amid Vote Tally

Following the 26th Knesset elections, the change bloc is negotiating potential leadership changes in the parliament while awaiting the final count of 650,000 double-envelope votes.

09:15
Israeli Underworld Figures Reveal Surprising Political Preferences in Vote
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Israeli Underworld Figures Reveal Surprising Political Preferences in Vote

Israeli criminal underworld figures display diverse political preferences, while prisons report an 88.7% voter turnout as the state combats organized crime.

Oct 27, 2026
23:39
The Democrats Urge Coalition with Ra'am Following Exit Poll Results
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The Democrats Urge Coalition with Ra'am Following Exit Poll Results

Following exit polls, The Democrats leaders urge cooperation with Ra'am to form a new government, while BeYachad and Yisrael Beytenu remain silent as the right-wing bloc drops to 50 seats.

23:36
The Democrats Celebrate Projected Double-Digit Surge in Exit Polls
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The Democrats Celebrate Projected Double-Digit Surge in Exit Polls

The Democrats headquarters erupted in celebration as exit polls projected a double-digit mandate count and a major decline for the coalition, prompting party leader Yair Golan to declare a historic opportunity to form a new government.

19:41
Tel Aviv Sees Record Turnout as Political Blocs Clash in High-Stakes Vote
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Tel Aviv Sees Record Turnout as Political Blocs Clash in High-Stakes Vote

Tel Aviv saw record voter turnout as opposition leaders and activists rallied supporters in high-stakes elections, while Likud representatives maintained a presence in the heart of the change bloc.

17:03
Ra'am Leader Abbas Aims to Join Governing Coalition Amid High Turnout
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Ra'am Leader Abbas Aims to Join Governing Coalition Amid High Turnout

Ra'am leader Mansour Abbas declared his ambition to join a future governing coalition and keep the right in opposition for four years, amid a notable surge in voter turnout within the Arab sector.

16:23
Volunteer Beaten Unconscious at Holon Polling Station Amid Election Violence
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Volunteer Beaten Unconscious at Holon Polling Station Amid Election Violence

A volunteer for The Democrats was beaten unconscious at a Holon polling station on Tuesday. Party leader Yair Golan rushed to the scene as police hunt the fleeing suspect.

15:47
Political Tensions Peak as Israel Heads to 26th Knesset Elections
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Political Tensions Peak as Israel Heads to 26th Knesset Elections

Attorney Daniel Cohen criticized Avigdor Lieberman over past coalition funding, while Yashar leader Gadi Eisenkot cast his ballot in Herzliya ahead of the Knesset elections. Meanwhile, police detained a man carrying a knife near HaDemokratim leader Yair Golan in Tel Aviv.

13:52
Armed Suspect Detained Near Yair Golan During Tel Aviv Campaign Tour
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Armed Suspect Detained Near Yair Golan During Tel Aviv Campaign Tour

Security guards intercepted a suspicious armed individual near The Democrats leader Yair Golan during a Tel Aviv campaign tour. Police confirmed no stabbing attempt occurred, as investigations continue amid heightened security.

Oct 26, 2026
23:16
Ex-Hostage Agam Berger Condemns Yair Golan for Using Shelter Footage
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Ex-Hostage Agam Berger Condemns Yair Golan for Using Shelter Footage

Former Gaza hostage Agam Berger has slammed The Democrats leader Yair Golan for using her shelter footage in an election video, demanding its removal.

13:02
The Democrats Leader Yair Golan Slams Eisenkot's Big Party Strategy
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The Democrats Leader Yair Golan Slams Eisenkot's Big Party Strategy

The Democrats leader Yair Golan criticized MK Gadi Eisenkot's "big party" campaign as a dangerous lie, warning it threatens center-left bloc stability ahead of elections.

06:20
Israeli Parties Detail Legislative Agendas and Ministerial Ambitions
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Israeli Parties Detail Legislative Agendas and Ministerial Ambitions

Israeli political parties have outlined their primary legislative agendas and ministerial demands ahead of elections, focusing on economic reforms, military service equity, and monopolies.

Oct 25, 2026
16:30
Israeli Politicians Sign Sunflower Charter to Support Widows and Orphans
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Israeli Politicians Sign Sunflower Charter to Support Widows and Orphans

Israeli political figures from across the spectrum, including Itamar Ben Gvir and Yair Golan, have signed the Sunflower Charter to advance rights for bereaved families and orphans.

Oct 24, 2026
14:31
October Council Warns Police of Alleged Provocations Ahead of Tel Aviv Rally
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October Council Warns Police of Alleged Provocations Ahead of Tel Aviv Rally

The October Council urged Police Commissioner Danny Levi to secure Saturday's rally in Tel Aviv against alleged coalition-linked provocations. Thousands are expected to demand a state commission of inquiry.

Oct 22, 2026
22:19
The Democrats Mobilize 15,000 Volunteers for Israel's Election Finish Line
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The Democrats Mobilize 15,000 Volunteers for Israel's Election Finish Line

The Democrats party, led by Yair Golan, is mobilizing 15,000 volunteers for Israel's upcoming elections, conducting extensive field operations, airport outreach, and polling station monitoring.

09:40
Israeli Defense Minister Blames Opposition for Potential Security Threats
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Israeli Defense Minister Blames Opposition for Potential Security Threats

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz blamed opposition leaders for potential future attacks, sparking sharp denunciations from Yair Lapid, Gadi Eisenkot, and Yair Golan.

Oct 21, 2026
19:10
Bennett Outlines Potential Coalition Terms for The Democrats Leader Yair Golan
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Bennett Outlines Potential Coalition Terms for The Democrats Leader Yair Golan

Naftali Bennett stated in Haifa that The Democrats leader Yair Golan could join his future government as energy or national security minister, provided he compromises on key policies.

16:32
Bennett Vows to Repeal Judicial Overhaul Laws as Political Debates Intensify
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Bennett Vows to Repeal Judicial Overhaul Laws as Political Debates Intensify

BeYachad leader Naftali Bennett vowed to repeal the previous coalition's judicial overhaul laws if elected, prompting a reaction from Democrats leader Yair Golan.

15:17
Israeli Politicians Sign Green Charter to Overhaul Waste Management
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Israeli Politicians Sign Green Charter to Overhaul Waste Management

Israeli political leaders Yair Golan, Yoaz Hendel, and Gadi Eisenkot have signed a green charter to address the looming crisis in the nation's waste management sector.

Oct 18, 2026
08:53
Israel Opposition Tensions Rise Ahead of 2026 Knesset Elections
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Israel Opposition Tensions Rise Ahead of 2026 Knesset Elections

Tensions within Israel's opposition block rise as Yair Golan warns against post-election defections, while Avigdor Lieberman and Gadi Eisenkot clash over electoral strategies.

03:55
US Urges Israel to Stop West Bank Settler Attacks After Journalist Injured
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US Urges Israel to Stop West Bank Settler Attacks After Journalist Injured

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged Israel to crack down on settler violence following attacks on a US journalist and European diplomats in the West Bank, drawing international concern.

Oct 17, 2026
00:05
Ra'am Leader Abbas Prepares Post-Election Coalition Strategy
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Ra'am Leader Abbas Prepares Post-Election Coalition Strategy

A leaked conversation reveals Ra'am leader Mansour Abbas planning post-election coalition scenarios, exposing sharp divisions within the anti-Netanyahu bloc over partnering with his party.

19:27
Belgium Condemns Attack on Foreign Diplomats in West Bank
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Belgium Condemns Attack on Foreign Diplomats in West Bank

Belgium condemned the attack on foreign diplomats and Palestinians by violent individuals near Ramallah, urging EU sanctions. Israeli politicians also denounced the incident.

Oct 14, 2026
13:44
Democrats Leader Slams Unity Talk with Netanyahu Ahead of October Vote
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Democrats Leader Slams Unity Talk with Netanyahu Ahead of October Vote

The leader of The Democrats party criticized President Isaac Herzog and warned against a post-election unity government with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Oct 13, 2026
22:02
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Israeli Lawmakers Clash with Residents at Jezreel Valley Election Event

Deputy Minister Almog Cohen and MK Yitzhak Kroizer faced sharp protests at a Jezreel Valley election event, clashing with residents and local leaders over legal disputes, aviation infrastructure, and law enforcement policies.

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Ofer Winter Party Launches Election Campaign Focused on IDF Security Doctrine

Ofer Winter's Amich Yisrael party launched its election campaign on Tuesday, sharply criticizing political and military leaders over security concepts and troop protection policies.

Oct 11, 2026
17:49
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Court Rejects Sara Netanyahu's Dismissal Request in Yair Golan Suit

A district court rejected Sara Netanyahu's request to dismiss a defamation lawsuit filed by The Democrats leader Yair Golan over October 7 remarks.

Oct 9, 2026
09:23
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Democrats Party Activists Attacked at Mahane Yehuda Market in Jerusalem

Young activists of the Democrats party were violently attacked at the Mahane Yehuda Market in Jerusalem, prompting harsh condemnations from party leadership who vowed to continue campaigning.

Oct 8, 2026
19:52
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Radman Criticizes Channel 12 and Backs Government Partnership With Ra'am

Protest leader Moshe Radman criticized Channel 12 over an election minigame and demanded that political leaders openly endorse a future government partnership with Ra'am.

19:11
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Ultra-Orthodox Protests Spark Fierce Political Debate in Israel

Ultra-Orthodox protests across Israel triggered sharp political reactions as Shas blamed the Attorney General for unrest, while opposition leaders criticized the government for enabling draft evasion.

Oct 6, 2026
17:13
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Yair Golan Urges Opposition to Exclude Ultra-Orthodox From Coalition

Yair Golan urged opposition parties to pledge against joining a future government with ultra-Orthodox factions, criticizing Netanyahu over the draft crisis.

Oct 5, 2026
13:13
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Supreme Court to Hear Petition on Security Details for Yair Golan

The Supreme Court will review a petition by "The Democrats" on Tuesday concerning security for party leader Yair Golan amid high threat levels.

Oct 4, 2026
13:46
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Yair Golan Outlines Opposition Unity and Security Strategy for Future Government

The Democrats leader Yair Golan outlined coalition priorities in a radio interview, stressing the need for a state inquiry, equal enlistment, and replacing Hamas rule.

Oct 3, 2026
20:54
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Yair Golan: Arab-Jewish Government Partnership Is a Positive Thing

Yair Golan stated that Arab-Jewish partnership in the government is positive, prompting sharp criticism from Avigdor Lieberman, Likud, and Bezalel Smotrich regarding a potential left-wing coalition.

Oct 2, 2026
07:31
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Yair Golan Meets Sister of Murdered Youth, Pledges Action Against Violence

Democrats party leader Yair Golan met with Yaros Zelecha, sister of the late Yimno Zelecha, pledging to fight youth violence and restore personal security on Israeli streets.

Sep 29, 2026
13:05
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Israeli Opposition Parties Form Joint Working Teams Ahead of Elections

Israeli opposition parties established joint working teams to coordinate election efforts and policy planning 28 days ahead of the upcoming Knesset elections.

Sep 28, 2026
09:55
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Culture Minister Miki Zohar Rejects Sole Responsibility for Netanyahu on October 7

Culture Minister Miki Zohar rejected demands for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to take sole responsibility for October 7, arguing that opposition leaders and former security chiefs must also share the blame.

Sep 27, 2026
17:04
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Democrats Warn Likud Over Misleading Video Featuring Yair Golan

The Democrats party demanded that Likud remove a social media post by Sunday evening, claiming it misrepresents party leader Yair Golan's remarks from a public interview.

Sep 24, 2026
21:20
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The Democrats Leader Yair Golan Vows to Block Netanyahu's Return to Power

Yair Golan stated that The Democrats will not join a government without laws barring Benjamin Netanyahu from power, while vowing to reverse judicial changes.

Sep 18, 2026
12:28
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Ofer Winter Warns Against Shutting Down Bnei David Academy in Eli

Ofer Winter visited the Bnei David academy in Eli, warning that anyone attempting to shut down the institution would face fierce resistance.

Sep 16, 2026
07:27
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Hostage Survivor Rom Braslavski Blasts Yair Golan Over Political Video

Hostage survivor Rom Braslavski sharply criticized "The Democrats" leader Yair Golan for comparing a controversial film to the October 7 massacres to attack Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

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