Live Updates: Netanyahu's bloc leads with 53 seats to opposition's 48 after 4.8 million votes counted

October 28, 3:03 PM

What is a double envelope? - explainer

October 28, 3:03 PM

Herzog urges political leaders to keep open minds, avoid another election

October 28, 2:51 PM

US moves Patriot missile defense system from Texas to Israel ahead of possible Iran strike - report

The US is moving a Patriot missile defense system from Texas to the Middle East as Washington and Israel prepare for possible renewed strikes on Iran.

ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Israeli soldiers walk near an Israeli Irone Dome defence system (L), a surface-to-air missile (SAM) system, the MIM-104 Patriot (C), and an anti-ballistic missile the Arrow 3 (R) during Juniper Cobra's joint exercise press briefing at Hatzor Israeli Air Force Basel, on February 25, 2026.

(photo credit: GIL COHEN-MAGEN/AFP VIA GETTY IMAGES)

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October 28, 2:51 PM

Golan urges opposition to unite with Arab parties to gain 65-seat majority

"We have an opportunity to form a government of change in partnership with Israel's Arab citizens. A government that will serve all Israeli citizens," Golan wrote on Wednesday.

ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Members of the United Arab List (Ra’am) party stand on stage following the release of exit poll results in the northern Israeli city of Sakhnin, on Israel’s general election night, October 27, 2026.

(photo credit: MICHAEL GILADI/FLASH90)

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October 28, 2:51 PM

Netanyahu projected with 54 seats as Yair Golan calls for Arab-included opposition majority

The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Gadi Zaig - the top stories, clear and concise.

October 28, 2:51 PM

Trump opposes Ben-Gvir and Smotrich joining next Israeli government, US sources tell 'Post'

According to the sources, Trump believes settler violence is undermining his regional vision and making it more difficult to implement.

ByIDAN KWELLER

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir speaks at a press conference in Jerusalem on October 18, 2026, as he campaigns for the upcoming Oct. 27 Knesset elections.

(photo credit: MARC ISRAEL SELLEM/THE JERUSALEM POST)

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October 28, 12:12 PM

Democrats MK Kariv: Israel after 2026 elections in a 'different political reality'

October 28, 11:30 AM

Joint List party chair Jabareen celebrates party's seat surge, vows to boot Netanyahu from power

October 28, 11:20 AM

Over 4 million votes counted: Netanyahu projected to win 54 seats, opposition 47

October 28, 9:59 AM

Golan calls on opposition to form government with Arab parties