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14:25ICE
Likud List Drama: Aviad Glikman Slams Expected Spot for Yaakov Bardugo
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Likud List Drama: Aviad Glikman Slams Expected Spot for Yaakov Bardugo

Channel 13 journalist Aviad Glikman sharply criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over reports that commentator Yaakov Bardugo will be reserved a spot on the Likud list, highlighting the blurring lines between media and politics.

Netanyahu Names Reserved Slots for Likud List Ahead of Elections
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Netanyahu Names Reserved Slots for Likud List Ahead of Elections

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced reserved slots for Likud, including wounded soldier Elisha Medan, activist Talyk Guili, attorney David Peter, Brig. Gen. (res.) Amir Avivi, and former MK Eli Goldschmidt.

13:12ICE
Likud Unveils Reserved Spots for Security Figures and Legal Experts
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Likud Unveils Reserved Spots for Security Figures and Legal Experts

The Likud party unveiled reserved spots on its electoral list, featuring security figures, October 7 symbols, and legal experts, while multimillionaire Oren Dobronski withdrew.

11:58Ynet
Israel's Next Foreign Minister Faces Looming European Sanctions and Diplomatic Crisis
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Israel's Next Foreign Minister Faces Looming European Sanctions and Diplomatic Crisis

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.

11:56Maariv
Ben Gvir Promises Tally Gotliv Cabinet Seat, Slams Likud Over Judicial Reform
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Ben Gvir Promises Tally Gotliv Cabinet Seat, Slams Likud Over Judicial Reform

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir praised his party's diverse electoral list, announced plans to appoint MK Tally Gotliv to the Security Cabinet, and sharply criticized Likud and Yariv Levin over failed judicial reforms.

11:09ICE
Likud Reserves Knesset List Spot for October 7 Hero's Mother Talik Guili
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Likud Reserves Knesset List Spot for October 7 Hero's Mother Talik Guili

The Likud party has reserved a spot on its Knesset election list for Talik Guili, mother of fallen October 7 hero Ran Guili, ahead of tonight's official submission deadline.

09:05Ynet
Netanyahu Secures Likud Spot for Wounded War Hero Elisha Medan
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Netanyahu Secures Likud Spot for Wounded War Hero Elisha Medan

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu secured the 11th spot on the Likud list for wounded war hero Elisha Medan. The decision comes amid intense internal party pressure and tight deadlines before the final submission of Knesset electoral lists.

08:21ICE
Netanyahu Faces Likud Ultimatum After Yaara Zered Rejects Reserved Spot
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Netanyahu Faces Likud Ultimatum After Yaara Zered Rejects Reserved Spot

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces a Likud Party Court ultimatum to finalize reserved spots by 9:00 PM after Channel 14 anchor Yaara Zered and other public figures rejected his offers.

Yesterday, Sep 7
01:02ICE
Oren Dobronsky Declines Likud Knesset Spot to Focus on AI Ministry
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Oren Dobronsky Declines Likud Knesset Spot to Focus on AI Ministry

Oren Dobronsky, star of "The Sharks," declined a top-ten spot on the Likud list for the upcoming Knesset elections. He agreed with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to serve only as a professional Minister for AI Affairs.

21:20ICE
Channel 14 Poll: Right-Wing Bloc Holds 63 Seats as Likud Leads with 30
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Channel 14 Poll: Right-Wing Bloc Holds 63 Seats as Likud Leads with 30

A new Channel 14 poll shows the right-wing bloc leading with 63 seats, while Likud secures 30 seats. Benjamin Netanyahu widens his lead for prime minister suitability to 52% over Gadi Eisenkot's 28%.

Likud Court Issues Ultimatum to Netanyahu Over Reserved Knesset Slots
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Likud Court Issues Ultimatum to Netanyahu Over Reserved Knesset Slots

The Likud Supreme Court has ordered Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to immediately release his list of reserved candidates or face a secret ballot by the party secretariat. The ruling follows a petition by MK David Bitan.

19:32Ynet
Benny Begin Slams Netanyahu Over October 7 Conspiracy Theories and Evading Responsibility
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Benny Begin Slams Netanyahu Over October 7 Conspiracy Theories and Evading Responsibility

Former Likud minister Benny Begin launched a scathing attack on PM Benjamin Netanyahu, accusing him of fueling October 7 conspiracy theories and evading responsibility while blocking a state commission of inquiry.

14:47Ynet
Ben Gvir Decides Against Reserving Spot for May Golan on Otzma Yehudit List
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Ben Gvir Decides Against Reserving Spot for May Golan on Otzma Yehudit List

Otzma Yehudit leader Itamar Ben Gvir decided not to reserve a spot for Minister May Golan on his party list. Golan declined his offer, choosing to take a political timeout while remaining loyal to Likud.

KKL Union Boycott Forces Cancellation of 1 Million NIS Employee Event
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KKL Union Boycott Forces Cancellation of 1 Million NIS Employee Event

A KKL employee appreciation event was canceled after union leader Israel Goldstein ordered a boycott, wasting over 1 million NIS. The move intensifies a dispute over management's efficiency plans and workforce cuts.

14:06Ynet
Ben Gvir Decides Against Reserving Spot for May Golan as She Announces Political Break
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Ben Gvir Decides Against Reserving Spot for May Golan as She Announces Political Break

Otzma Yehudit leader Itamar Ben Gvir will not reserve a spot for Minister May Golan on his list, as Golan claims she rejected his offer and announced a temporary hiatus from politics.

Netanyahu Negotiates to Reserve Likud Knesset Spot for Attorney David Peter
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Netanyahu Negotiates to Reserve Likud Knesset Spot for Attorney David Peter

Advanced negotiations are underway to secure a reserved spot for conservative attorney David Peter on the Likud list for the 26th Knesset elections, under Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's authority.

13:23Walla
Knesset Election Registration Begins as Bennett and Eisenkot Submit Separate Lists
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Knesset Election Registration Begins as Bennett and Eisenkot Submit Separate Lists

The submission of candidate lists for the Knesset elections began on Monday, signaling that Naftali Bennett and Gadi Eisenkot will run separately. Meanwhile, Likud postponed its vote on reserved spots amid internal disputes.

Beta Israel Spiritual Leaders Urge Netanyahu to Promote Almaz Zero on Likud List
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Beta Israel Spiritual Leaders Urge Netanyahu to Promote Almaz Zero on Likud List

The Beta Israel spiritual council has urged Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to endorse Almaz Zero for the Likud Knesset list, citing her work against missionary cults and the need for strong community representation.

12:09Walla
Sderot Mayor Alon Davidi Rejects Smotrich's Offer to Join Religious Zionism List
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Sderot Mayor Alon Davidi Rejects Smotrich's Offer to Join Religious Zionism List

Religious Zionism leader Bezalel Smotrich offered Sderot Mayor Alon Davidi a spot on his electoral list, which Davidi rejected. Meanwhile, Beer Sheva Mayor Rubik Danilovich declined a high-ranking offer to join the Likud party list.

Rabbis and Likud Press Ofer Winter to Join Forces with Bezalel Smotrich
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Rabbis and Likud Press Ofer Winter to Join Forces with Bezalel Smotrich

Dozens of prominent religious Zionist rabbis and Likud officials have urged retired IDF General Ofer Winter to unite with Bezalel Smotrich, warning that an independent run risks wasting right-wing votes.

Netanyahu Considers Shifting Reserved Spots on Likud Election List
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Netanyahu Considers Shifting Reserved Spots on Likud Election List

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is considering moving Likud's reserved list spots from the 3rd and 9th positions to the second decade due to internal party pressure. The change requires official party approval.

Likud Candidate Oren Dobronsky Defends Israeli Economy and Outlines AI Mission
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Likud Candidate Oren Dobronsky Defends Israeli Economy and Outlines AI Mission

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.

09:16ICE
Oren Dobronski Details Joining Likud and Congratulatory Call From Lieberman
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Oren Dobronski Details Joining Likud and Congratulatory Call From Lieberman

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.

Likud Faces Representation Deficit of Key Sectors Ahead of Knesset List Deadline
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Likud Faces Representation Deficit of Key Sectors Ahead of Knesset List Deadline

As Knesset list deadlines near, Likud faces a shortage of reservists, settlers, and immigrants in realistic slots. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces pressure over his discretionary choices.

Sep 6, 2026
01:12Now14
Likud Expels Yuli Edelstein and Gilad Erdan, Demands Return of Knesset Seat
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Likud Expels Yuli Edelstein and Gilad Erdan, Demands Return of Knesset Seat

The Likud party has officially expelled Yuli Edelstein and Gilad Erdan. Likud Director-General David Sharan revoked their memberships and demanded that Edelstein resign his Knesset seat.

21:17ICE
Kan 11 Poll: Gadi Eisenkot's Yashar! Party Overtakes Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud
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Kan 11 Poll: Gadi Eisenkot's Yashar! Party Overtakes Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud

A new Kan 11 poll shows Gadi Eisenkot's Yashar! party leading with 23 mandates, ahead of Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud at 20. The coalition holds 52 seats against the opposition's 51.

18:39Ynet
Battle for Ballot Letters Begins as Israeli Parties Register for Knesset Elections
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Battle for Ballot Letters Begins as Israeli Parties Register for Knesset Elections

Israeli political parties have begun registering candidate lists for the 26th Knesset elections. New alliances, including Naftali Bennett's Biyachad and Gadi Eisenkot's Yashar!, are competing for ballot letters.

Likud Court Hearing Erupts as Minister Chaim Katz Clashes with Gila Gamliel's Husband
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Likud Court Hearing Erupts as Minister Chaim Katz Clashes with Gila Gamliel's Husband

A fierce confrontation erupted at the Likud party court between Minister Chaim Katz and Chovev Demri, husband of Minister Gila Gamliel, over a controversial primary vote recount.

17:18Ynet
Likud Primaries Turn Ugly as Haim Katz Curses Gila Gamliel's Husband Over Recount
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Likud Primaries Turn Ugly as Haim Katz Curses Gila Gamliel's Husband Over Recount

A bitter dispute over Likud primary rankings escalated as Minister Haim Katz cursed at Minister Gila Gamliel's husband. Gamliel has filed a police complaint alleging election fraud during a recount.

15:19Ynet
Knesset Race Begins as New Parties Battle over Ballot Paper Letters
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Knesset Race Begins as New Parties Battle over Ballot Paper Letters

As Knesset registration opens, Israeli parties launch a quiet battle over ballot letters. Established factions hold priority rights, leaving new lists racing to claim the best remaining symbols.

12:33Walla
Hiddush Index: 64% of Israeli Jews Demand Coalition Without Haredi Dictates
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Hiddush Index: 64% of Israeli Jews Demand Coalition Without Haredi Dictates

The 18th annual Religion and State Index by Hiddush reveals a profound gap between government policies and public opinion, with two-thirds of Israeli Jews supporting a broad civil coalition.

11:07Walla
Beersheba Mayor Ruvik Danilovich Rejects Likud Offer for Reserved Spot
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Beersheba Mayor Ruvik Danilovich Rejects Likud Offer for Reserved Spot

Beersheba Mayor Ruvik Danilovich has declined a high-ranking reserved spot on the Likud party list, choosing to remain in his municipal role after 18 years in office.

Sep 5, 2026
Dr. Yolanda Yavor to Face Trial for Incitement to Terrorism Over Posts
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Dr. Yolanda Yavor to Face Trial for Incitement to Terrorism Over Posts

Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara and State Attorney Amit Isman have decided to indict academic and anti-government activist Dr. Yolanda Yavor, pending a hearing, over social media posts referencing the violent overthrow of Nicolae Ceausescu.

Israeli Developer Launches Real-Time Knesset Election Simulator
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Israeli Developer Launches Real-Time Knesset Election Simulator

Israeli developer Shahar Rosenfeld has launched "The Road to 61," a political campaign simulator for the 26th Knesset that integrates real-time polling data and AI-driven scenarios.

Sep 4, 2026
Netanyahu's latest courtship: Chico Tamir received an offer for a reserved spot in Likud
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Netanyahu's latest courtship: Chico Tamir received an offer for a reserved spot in Likud

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has offered Brigadier General (res.) Chico Tamir a reserved spot on the Likud list for the upcoming elections. This move follows a shortage of security experts in the party.

13:03Ynet
May Golan May Secure a Spot on Ben Gvir’s List: "She is a good friend, wait"
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May Golan May Secure a Spot on Ben Gvir’s List: "She is a good friend, wait"

The Likud minister reached 23rd place in the primaries, but due to reserved slots, she was pushed to an unrealistic position. Itamar Ben Gvir did not rule out her joining Otzma Yehudit. Following the results, Golan attacked "briefers on behalf of the PM," claiming she was deemed "too right-wing" for the government's future plans.

10:35Walla
Surprising Offer: Netanyahu's Circle Explores Adding Rubik Danilovich to Likud List
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Surprising Offer: Netanyahu's Circle Explores Adding Rubik Danilovich to Likud List

According to political sources, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is exploring the possibility of adding Be'er Sheva Mayor Rubik Danilovich to the Likud list for the Knesset. Danilovich was reportedly offered a reserved spot high on the list, though his office stated he does not comment on such offers.

Sep 3, 2026
20:07Ynet
Transition approved: Tali Gottlieb to run on the Otzma Yehudit list for the Knesset
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Transition approved: Tali Gottlieb to run on the Otzma Yehudit list for the Knesset

She will not be declared a defector, will continue to serve as an MK, her funding unit will remain with Likud - but she will run in the next Knesset with Otzma Yehudit: Tali Gottlieb's transition to Otzma Yehudit has been approved, where she will likely be placed in the fourth spot, following her attacks against Likud due to her resentment toward Benjamin Netanyahu and her concern about facing an...

Through intermediaries: Yossi Cohen approached Likud to discuss a reserved spot
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Through intermediaries: Yossi Cohen approached Likud to discuss a reserved spot

The former Mossad chief has been mentioned several times as a potential candidate for the ruling party. Cohen's response was not obtained, and Likud denies the claim.

Sep 2, 2026
23:32Walla
"All 64 should be put to death": 27-year-old man questioned on suspicion of incitement against Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana
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"All 64 should be put to death": 27-year-old man questioned on suspicion of incitement against Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana

The publication came after the Likud MK revealed stickers with his image painted in red alongside the caption "No forgiveness," which were pasted on the way to his children's school. Due to the response posted to the post, the suspect, a 27-year-old from Tel Aviv, was summoned for questioning on suspicion of incitement to violence against a public official, and was released under restrictive...

Likud CEO recordings against Minister Gamliel: "Grow up already"
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Likud CEO recordings against Minister Gamliel: "Grow up already"

Exclusive recordings have surfaced featuring Likud CEO David Sharan harshly criticizing Minister Gila Gamliel amidst ongoing court hearings regarding alleged irregularities in the party's primaries.

20:13Ynet
Likud's zigzag: Retracting the position against a "Behad" candidate to facilitate Gottlieb's transition
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Likud's zigzag: Retracting the position against a "Behad" candidate to facilitate Gottlieb's transition

Discourse between Likud and Otzma Yehudit is intensifying, but a position submitted by Likud just two days ago against MK Ginsburg, who moved from Blue and White to Behad, could have thwarted the move. Likud had called for him to be declared a "defector MK," which would prevent him from running in the upcoming elections. Now they have retracted it.

18:57Ynet
Supreme Court returns Elector application issue to the Central Elections Committee
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Supreme Court returns Elector application issue to the Central Elections Committee

The Supreme Court ruled that the decision regarding the Elector application must be made by the full Central Elections Committee rather than its chairman alone. The committee is set to discuss the matter on Sunday.

Ultimatum to Netanyahu: Delete the video from Gaza by tomorrow morning
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Ultimatum to Netanyahu: Delete the video from Gaza by tomorrow morning

The Democrats party sent a warning letter to the Prime Minister demanding the removal of a video he published from the Gaza Strip, in which he attacked Gadi Eisenkot while being filmed alongside the Chief of Staff and IDF soldiers. The party claims this constitutes election propaganda that violates the law and makes use of public assets and the military. The demand: removal from all platforms by...

Ban on Reporting Voters at Polling Stations: "From Likud's Perspective, This Is an Attack"
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Ban on Reporting Voters at Polling Stations: "From Likud's Perspective, This Is an Attack"

The Supreme Court heard a petition from Likud against the Central Elections Committee's decision to ban the real-time transfer of voter data from polling stations.

13:43Ynet
Otzma Yehudit and Likud in final discussions on Tally Gotliv's defection
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Otzma Yehudit and Likud in final discussions on Tally Gotliv's defection

After claiming the Prime Minister "stabbed her in the back," Likud and Otzma Yehudit are in the final stages of finalizing Tally Gotliv's move to Itamar Ben Gvir's party, likely to the fourth spot on the list.

13:38ICE
After 7 years in Likud: Former European champion joins competing party
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After 7 years in Likud: Former European champion joins competing party

The prominent former athlete who was previously registered with Likud and decided to end his activity there, now reveals his next political move and officially joins Gadi Eisenkot's faction.

11:53Walla
Ceremony cancelled at the last minute: Prime Minister will not visit Sderot
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Ceremony cancelled at the last minute: Prime Minister will not visit Sderot

Benjamin Netanyahu was expected to participate in the umbrella agreement ceremony in Sderot, but the event was cancelled due to the ban on holding political rallies before the elections. Bezalel Smotrich, Haim Katz, and Zeev Elkin were also scheduled to attend.

Sep 1, 2026
22:24Now14
The battle for reserved spots in Likud continues: Netanyahu keeps his cards close to his chest
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The battle for reserved spots in Likud continues: Netanyahu keeps his cards close to his chest

Against the backdrop of drama within the Likud party, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu still holds five reserved spots for the party list. Party assessments suggest he will wait until the final moment and may not use all of them.

22:23Now14
Netanyahu considers offering reserved spots in Likud to Winter – details of the deal
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Netanyahu considers offering reserved spots in Likud to Winter – details of the deal

The Likud party continues to explore ways to unite the right-wing bloc. As reported this evening (Tuesday), Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is considering a proposal to offer the chairman of the "Amha Yisrael" party, Brigadier General (res.) Ofer Winter, several reserved spots on the joint electoral list.

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