Avigdor Lieberman

Russian-speaking Israelis face a sharp decline in political representation as parties finalize their lists for the 26th Knesset. Critics point to community passivity and strategic shifts among party leaders.

Opposition leaders Naftali Bennett, Gadi Eisenkot, Avigdor Lieberman, and Yair Golan demanded a state inquiry into October 7 following reports that UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed warned Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu about Yahya Sinwar's plans shortly before the massacre.

Yisrael Beytenu party chairman Avigdor Lieberman received explicit physical threats and severe hate messages, prompting an official complaint to the Knesset Sergeant-at-Arms amid escalating political incitement.

Israel's next foreign minister faces a severe diplomatic crisis in Europe, with the UK planning settlement trade bans and EU nations debating sanctions. The post will be highly contested by Gideon Sa'ar, Israel Katz, Yair Lapid, or Avigdor Lieberman depending on the upcoming election outcome.

As Knesset party lists close, October 7 victims' families face mixed political fortunes. While Eyal Eshel and Einav Zangauker were excluded from key lists, Avigdor Lieberman's Yisrael Beytenu secured realistic spots for Rafi Ben Shitrit and Sharon Sharabi.

Likud candidate Oren Dobronsky defended Israel's economic standing and announced plans to lead the national AI policy under Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, despite his family ties to Yisrael Beytenu.

Tech entrepreneur Oren Dobronski discussed joining Likud at Benjamin Netanyahu's request, receiving support from his father in Yisrael Beytenu, and a congratulatory call from Avigdor Lieberman.

Yisrael Beytenu chairman Avigdor Lieberman presented his party's Knesset candidate list at a Tel Aviv convention. The slate features new additions including former Likud MK Dan Illouz and retired Colonel Talia Lankri.

MK Michael Malkieli and Yaffa Deri spoke at a Jerusalem Religious Council conference, sparking allegations from Yisrael Beytenu that Shas used public funds for election campaigning.

At a major democracy conference, Israeli political leaders clashed over plans to reform the police force and combat soaring homicide rates, with opposition figures demanding the dismissal of Itamar Ben Gvir.

A quarter of a century after being convicted of assaulting a minor and making threats, Yisrael Beiteinu chairman Avigdor Lieberman returns to the violent incident in the settlement of Nokdim and refuses to apologize. In an interview with Asnaim to be broadcast tomorrow on Reshet 13, Lieberman presents the assault as "restoring order" and downplays the court's findings that he hit a 12-year-old...

At the 'Time for Decision: Democracy and Society' conference held by Ynet and Yedioth Ahronoth in collaboration with the Israel Democracy Institute, Avigdor Lieberman called on opposition parties to unite to prevent wasted votes. He ruled out any merger with Gadi Eisenkot, citing his vague stance on sitting with Benjamin Netanyahu as unacceptable.

The Yisrael Beiteinu party and its chairman, MK Avigdor Lieberman, sent a pre-litigation warning letter today (Monday) to right-wing activist Rami Ben Yehuda. The letter demands that Ben Yehuda remove a post he shared on the X network within 24 hours, cease its distribution, and publish a denial, correction, and apology.

The opposition camp is stepping up its efforts: Gadi Eisenkot and Naftali Bennett have made an urgent appeal to Yisrael Beiteinu chairman Avigdor Lieberman. Here are the details of this surprising move.

A series of death threats were sent in recent days to Yisrael Beiteinu chairman Avigdor Lieberman. The party has filed an official complaint with the Knesset Sergeant-at-Arms and transferred all evidence to law enforcement for investigation.

Avigdor Lieberman arrived at the recruitment center to support the recruits and sent a firm message against draft dodgers. At the same time, the IDF presented the range of units, from combat to technology, to which the new recruits are assigned.

Lapid and Lieberman agreed to focus on responsibility for the October 7 massacre, the cost of living, the loss of governance, and Israel's international standing. The meeting took place with Bennett's knowledge, and in the background, coordination between him and Lieberman is strengthening ahead of the day after the elections. One possibility: a joint move that would require Eisenkot to waive the...

Sharon Nir informed party chairman Avigdor Lieberman that she will not run in the elections for the 26th Knesset. "Over the past four years, it has been my privilege to work for the citizens of Israel during a period of intense war," she stated.

Bettors on Polymarket determine: the chairman of the "Amha Yisrael" party, Ofer Winter, overtakes the chairman of Yisrael Beiteinu, Avigdor Lieberman, in the race for prime minister.

Against the backdrop of preparations for the 26th Knesset elections, Yisrael Beiteinu chairman Avigdor Lieberman is changing his tune, offering surprising praise for the military record of The Democrats' chairman, Yair Golan.

A promo for the new season of "Four Weddings" sparked a storm following a statement by one of the participants against Russian and Amharic speakers. "They have lost their minds - racism is a red line," attacked Avigdor Lieberman, while MK Vladimir Beliak called on the corporation to "remove the racist from the screen and apologize." On behalf of Kan 11 it was stated: "This is a humorous program...

Israel's political landscape is stuck in a cycle reminiscent of 2019 rather than 1992. Research shows that repeat elections are becoming a way for politicians to avoid breaking campaign promises. If we believe the statements of party leaders, repeat elections are becoming a very real prospect.

As the Jewish presence is shrinking in large areas, while Arab settlements are spreading over vast territories, the security threat is already visible on the horizon.

Advocate Yonatan Yakubovich, who served as a member of the Herzliya City Council on behalf of the National Unity party, joins Yisrael Beiteinu and expresses support for Avigdor Lieberman: "The leader Israel needs at this time." His joining comes about two weeks after the joining of Lili Ben-Ami.

The Yisrael Beiteinu chairman gave an interview to 103FM, sharply criticizing the emergence of new political parties and stating that this trend caused the loss of votes in the last elections.

Minister of Finance Ze'ev Elkin revealed in an interview with Oded Menashe that he received an offer from Yisrael Beiteinu chairman Avigdor Lieberman to join his party. Elkin emphasized that he does not intend to leave Likud, even if he fails to secure a realistic spot in the primaries.

The chairman of Yisrael Beiteinu has ruled out the possibility of establishing a government relying on fewer than 61 Knesset members. In an interview with Galei Tzahal, he clarified that his party would not participate in any coalition lacking a full parliamentary majority.

MK Nissim Vaturi claimed that attempts to oust Netanyahu had been made in the past, and mentioned a move he said was intended to 'crown Avigdor Lieberman in Likud.' In the background: concerns in Netanyahu's circle about internal organization after the primaries.

Much like Hollywood, party leaders in Israel are casting their lists – but here it is unclear what the script is.

Yisrael Beiteinu chairman Avigdor Lieberman revealed in an interview with "Maariv" that he has prepared a framework for the premiership that the entire opposition bloc will support. He also criticized small parties for running independently, warning that they will fail to pass the electoral threshold.

The Yisrael Beiteinu chairman and his family members were mentioned in a series of harsh comments online, including death wishes and calls for harm. The party claims an ongoing escalation and says that dozens of threats have been documented recently.

Naftali Bennett and Avigdor Lieberman refuse to commit to supporting the leader of the bloc who receives the most mandates. Lieberman explicitly states that Gadi Eizenkot is "not yet ripe" for the premiership. Are they preparing the ground for a government led by them?

Senior officials claim that Gadi Eisenkot's pressure to establish his candidacy is harming the camp. According to them, instead of preparing for the risk of defectors and backing the Democrats party, the preoccupation with a personal campaign is paralyzing staff work.

As polls shift, arguments change: once Bennett asked everyone to rally behind him, now the demand has relocated. The knitted-kippah public is on its way to a historic record, time to move from being Avraham Fried to Hanan Ben-Ari. To be worthy: Oren Smadja joins politics.

Ilanit Siyusa, a resident of Kibbutz Kfar Aza, told Walla that she "does not currently see the restoration of the sense of security." Yael Raz-Lahiani, a resident of Nahal Oz who returned to her home, shared: "The residents' sense of security is decreasing; on one hand, there is a reduction in military forces, and on the other, the strengthening of Hamas."

First report: The elimination of a squad commander planning attacks against IDF forces in the Strip was approved by the Chief of Staff. The army stated the strike was carried out to remove an immediate threat, noting: "There are clear instructions from the political echelon within the framework of the negotiations."

The Likud party published a sharp response to the statements of Yisrael Beiteinu chairman Avigdor Lieberman, accusing him of knowingly lying and demonstrating incompetence regarding security matters. The party refuted Lieberman's claims regarding agreements with Hamas, IDF deployment in the Gaza Strip, and the extent of American influence on Israeli military decisions.

Aylon Levy, a father of 10 and a grandfather, has managed the tennis club in Hod HaSharon since 1999. According to him, the owners of the Sportan complex raised the rent fourfold following an offer from another company. About 30 parents and children arrived to protest the decision, and Avigdor Lieberman also visited to play and support him.

Former Shin Bet chief Yoram Cohen stated that up to 30% of Haredim could be exempted from service in the next government. Naftali Bennett and Avigdor Lieberman criticized the statement, insisting on universal conscription. The Yashar! party clarified that the remarks stemmed from confusion between the percentage of Haredim within their community and their share of the general population.

Yisrael Beiteinu chairman Avigdor Lieberman arrived at the Kerem Shalom crossing and declared: "We are in a complete return to the same conception and containment." Accompanied by party members, the former defense minister claimed: "Israel currently cannot move a pin without coordinating it with the USA."

Knesset member Dan Illouz, who left Likud for Yisrael Beiteinu, stated that a significant portion of the Likud faction sought to replace Prime Minister Netanyahu after October 7, but failed to agree on a successor.

Knesset member Dan Illouz submitted his official resignation from the 25th Knesset to Speaker Amir Ohana on Tuesday. The move follows his departure from the Likud party to join Avigdor Lieberman's Yisrael Beiteinu. Per legal requirements, the resignation takes effect within 48 hours, with Shabtai Katesh expected to replace him.

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?

Isn't it time to recalculate the route? To become a future partner in a national-centrist government composed of the Likud — with or without Netanyahu — and Eisenkot?

While Bennett, Eisenkot, and 'Likud B' capture the spotlight, Avigdor Lieberman is quietly building a young right-wing team, aiming to lead the bloc. Meanwhile, a question for the 120 Knesset members: what have you actually done to combat the cost of living?

The show of humiliation known as the Likud primaries broke records of populism — and we will all pay the economic price. Immediately after the establishment of the new government, a tax reform is urgently needed.

Channel 14 News reported on Thursday about a storm within the student union following allegations of an attempt to fund a large-scale election campaign using student money. Union Chairperson Sivan Koren proposed a program including conferences and digital media activities, which opponents argue violates the union's bylaws by using public funds for political purposes.

Knesset member Dan Illouz announced his resignation from the Knesset following his departure from the Likud party. Illouz claimed that "Likud under Netanyahu's leadership has become the execution contractor for Deri and Goldknopf," and stated that those who wish to follow the path of Begin and Jabotinsky can no longer support today's Likud.

Ahead of the elections, Haim Ramon estimates that no bloc will reach 61 seats, and that Eisenkot will be able to form a government with the external support of the Arab parties, while Netanyahu will remain without a majority.

A Channel 13 poll places Eisenkot's party in first place and the opposition bloc at 58 mandates, compared to 51 for the coalition. A merger between Mansour Abbas and Yoav Segalovitz receives 7 mandates, but the majority of the public opposes including Ra'am in the government.