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POLITICS4d agoWill Israel elections change its Iran approach?DW News [en]
POLITICS4d agoWill elections in Israel change its Iran approach?As Israelis head to the polls, the country's conflict with Iran casts a long shadow over the ballot box. But any leadership changes in Israel may not be enough to shake up its grand strategy on Tehran.DW News [en]
WORLD4d agoThe Netherlands pulls out of Eurovision 2027 due to Israel ‘sensitivities’Dutch withdrawal is the latest in a number of boycotts by countries unhappy about Israel's inclusion.Al Jazeera [en]
CONFLICT4d agoIranians brace for renewed attacks after Israeli, US electionsAl Jazeera [en]
POLITICS4d agoMidway through voting, Israeli turnout hits 53-year highTEL AVIV, Israel — More than three-quarters of Israeli voters cast ballots in Tuesday's historic referendum on Benjamin Netanyahu — the highest level since 1999. Why it matters: This looks like bad news for the incumbent prime minister. Higher voter turnout will likely push several of the parties in his bloc below the electoral threshold — making it harder for the prime minister to reach a 61-seat majority in parliament. An increase in turnout among Arab minority communities could lead to a record number of seats in parliament for them. As in previous elections, Netanyahu has tried to energizeAxios
POLITICS4d agoIsraelis vote in pivotal election as Netanyahu faces challenge from EisenkotPrime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu cast his ballot in Jerusalem, urging Israelis to vote “the right way” in a pivotal election.Africanews [en]
CONFLICT4d agoThe silent war: As Israel chooses a new leader Gazans wait for life to begin againOne year after the ceasefire, a humanitarian crisis overwhelms the Strip with few signs of long-term recoveryThe Telegraph
POLITICS4d agoDemocrats have a midterm edge, poll shows. And, Israelis vote in high-stakes electionDemocrats are still holding a slight edge with Election Day a week away, according to a new NPR/PBS News/Marist poll. And, Israelis are casting their votes in an election that could change leadership.NPR News
POLITICSBREAKING4d agoVoting Underway in Israel as Netanyahu Faces Battle for SurvivalNBC News
POLITICS4d agoNetanyahu tipped for huge Israeli election loss as markets favour opposition leader Gadi EisenkotJPMorgan forecasts the shekel could fluctuate by as much as 3 per cent depending on the final result of the electionThe Independent World
POLITICS4d agoNetanyahu urges Israelis to vote ‘the right way’ as he casts ballotPrime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called on Israelis to vote "the right way" on Tuesday as he cast his ballot in Jerusalem, facing a close-fought race in a pivotal general election. The post Netanyahu urges Israelis to vote ‘the right way’ as he casts ballot appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICS4d agoIsraeli elections: The influence war of Yair Netanyahu, his father's far-right sonOmnipresent on social media, the Israeli prime minister's son has fully set the 'poison machine' in motion during the legislative election campaign, aiming to harm his father's opponents and ensure his father's political survival.Le Monde [en]
POLITICS4d agoLegislative elections in Israel: Netanyahu's party contested travel aid for expatriates returning to votePour prendre part aux législatives du 27 octobre, les Israéliens expatriés doivent regagner leur pays. Le Likoud, parti de Benyamin Netanyahou, s’est opposé à l’assistance proposée pour leur voyage par une association, estimant que ces facilités pouvaient avantager l’opposition.Le Figaro International
POLITICS4d agoIsrael markets see upside in potential Netanyahu defeat after three-year rallyData from prediction market Polymarket shows close to 60 per cent of betters are backing former military commander Gadi Eisenkot to become the next Israeli prime minister in Tuesday’s election, compared to 27 per cent for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.The Independent World
POLITICS4d ago5 Key Moments From Israel’s Pivotal Election CampaignNew political alliances, a contentious A.I. video and accusations about security failures all featured in the run-up to Tuesday’s election, widely seen as one of the most consequential in Israeli history.NYT World
POLITICS4d agoWin or lose, Netanyahu could remain in power for months after Israeli election as Iran tensions loomWith Israel voting in its first national election since the 7 October attacks, the prospect of prolonged coalition negotiations raises questions over who will make critical security decisions amid heightened regional tensions, and whether a change of government could alter the country's course.EuroNews [en]
POLITICS4d agoIsrael election 2026 live: Betting markets predicting stunning Netanyahu defeat despite Trump’s backingNetanyahu said ahead of Tuesday’s elections that Trump was willing to take further action against Iran - if the Israeli prime minister remains in powerThe Independent World
POLITICS4d agoWhen will the Israel election results be announced and is there an exit poll?Stalemate comes after three years of wars under Netanyahu’s government as Israelis pass their judgement on their prime ministerThe Independent World
CONFLICTBREAKING4d agoIsraeli Offensive in Hebron Drives Thousands of Palestinians from Homes, Intensifies Raids Across West Bankheadtopics · united states of america
POLITICS4d agoIsrael election results 2026: When will we know who won and what’s next?Exit polls are expected soon after voting closes late on Tuesday, but a final verdict might take days.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICS4d agoIsrael braces for an election each side warns could bring ruinIsraelis head to the polls today for one of the most consequential elections in the country's history — with rival camps warning that victory for the other would put Israel's future in jeopardy.Why it matters: The elections are yet another referendum on Benjamin Netanyahu's leadership and the path he's taken the country down over the past four years. It's Israeli voters' first chance to hold Netanyahu accountable for the security failures that led to the Hamas-led October 7 attacks — or to reward him for what he claims were unprecedented military successes in the three years of war since. If NAxios
POLITICS4d agoIsraelis head to polls in first general election since 7 October attacks with no clear favouriteWith no party expected to win an outright majority, weeks of coalition talks could follow a vote being closely watched in European capitals.EuroNews [en]
POLITICS4d agoIsrael's Tight Election: Netanyahu Faces Former Military Chief Amid Post‑Attack Governance CrisisThe first Israeli national election since the Oct‑7 attacks pits long‑time PM Benjamin Netanyahu against former chief of staff Gadi Eisenkot. Opinion polls suggest a razor‑thin margin and a likely coalition crisis. The outcome will decide Israel's security posture and whether it will continue its nationalist, religious agenda or shift course, with economic concerns rising in the wake of widespread conflict. The vote serves as a direct judgment on Netanyahu's leadership during the security failures and a test for Israel's future direction.headtopics · united states of america
POLITICS4d agoTwo Visions, Two Israels, One Nation in the BalanceAs Israel votes, ever more strident hard-right views compete with hopes for a diverse land. The outcome could shape the country’s identity for years.NYT World