Israeli politics
Netanyahu, Liberman test the line between wartime strategy, political ambition - analysis
Liberman positions himself for a post-Netanyahu era, but his leak of sensitive wartime policy reveals he’s playing the same political game he criticizes.
Yair Golan’s accusations against Netanyahu: A reflection of Israel’s deep divides - opinion
Israel, don't let democracy die: Beware the populist tide in Europe - opinion
Israeli gov't pushing through dismissal of A-G Gali Baharav-Miara
How will Netanyahu's dramatic cross-examination affect his criminal trials? - analysis
The prosecution is proceeding very conservatively to score any points it can on Netanyahu, concerned that otherwise he could outfox them on the witness stand.
Haredi minister pushing for bill to disperse Knesset, take Israel to elections
According to Israeli law, if a bill to disperse the Knesset passes, an election is automatically called and must occur within 90 days.
Businessman Morris Talansky, witness in Ehud Olmert trial, passes away at 92
According to the verdict, Talansky transferred hundreds of thousands of dollars to former prime minister Olmert over several years.
Golan surges in polls, Bennett leads opposition; Likud weakens
Yair Golan’s Democrats are gaining momentum as Naftali Bennett tops the latest poll. Likud loses ground, and Netanyahu’s bloc remains far from a majority.
What are the legal challenges facing Netanyahu's pick for Shin Bet head? - explainer
It is unclear whether these will be resolved by the time outgoing Shin Bet head Ronen Bar’s term ends on June 15.
October Council vows to 'escalate efforts' if Netanyahu refuses to meet by Tuesday
The letter claims that the Israeli government's decision not to establish a state investigation committee constitutes "obstruction of the investigation," and harms Israel's security.
'Israel doesn't kill babies for fun': Yair Golan walks back controversial Gaza claims
Golan gave his first interview on Saturday evening following a wave of criticism over his recent controversial statements.
Israeli society is veering towards the brink of collapse – opinion
Israeli society is splitting in two, and the bridges, if any still exist, are collapsing rapidly. How can we repair our divides?
Ehud Olmert's Gaza statement is more media spectacle than political dissent – opinion
Former prime minister Ehud Olmert crossed the line this week in his interview to the BBC
Harmful political rhetoric is deepening Israel's cavernous divide – opinion
Yair Golan, Ehud Olmert, and other Israeli politicians' statements are deeply damaging and challenge Israel's fight for truth.
Slim majority of Israeli public backs ongoing IDF op. in Gaza - poll
On the political front, the Democrats party continues to lose ground following remarks by its leader, Yair Golan, dropping four seats to 12.
