Yair Lapid
‘No strategic objective’: Opposition criticizes government’s handling of Iran conflict
While opposition leader Yair Lapid said that he had once expressed support for the Iran war, he criticized the current round of fighting, saying that it “serves no strategic objective."
Majority of Israelis say Trump should not determine the nature of IDF operations - poll
Lapid promises marriage equality within first 100 days of new gov. at Jerusalem Pride Parade
Bennett pitches educational reform ahead of election, standardized curriculum
'Government will not be run like mafia,' says Bennett as opposition reacts to comptroller election
The opposition warned, after the highly controversial vote took place in the Knesset plenum, that the election was illegal, while many petitions were also filed with the High Court of Justice.
Netanyahu’s coalition criticizes cancellation of Lebanon strikes after Trump’s intervention
“This is the time to tell our friend, President Trump - ‘no’,” National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir stated.
Lapid urges Eisenkot to join his alliance with Bennett to win upcoming elections, oust Netanayhu
The remarks were made at a faction press conference in the Knesset on Monday after the Together party dropped in the polls this past week, while Eisenkot’s Yashar! gained seats.
Bennett-Lapid's Together drops seats as Eisenkot makes gains, Likud becomes largest party - poll
Before Bennett and Lapid merged, their separate lists held 31 seats combined, making the current decline even steeper, a loss of 9 mandates compared to their previous numbers.
Yesh Atid appoints Zionist Council head Oz Haim to Knesset, replacing MK Toporovsky
Haim has held the role of director general of the Zionist Council in Israel for over four years, which functions as a branch of the World Zionist Organization (WZO).
Gadi Eisenkot becomes Netanyahu’s strongest challenger - opinion
As Bennett gains ground, Eisenkot faces a defining decision over alliances, leadership, and the future of the opposition.
'Traitor,' 'Enemy of Israel': Dozens protest outside IDF chief's home after soldier punishment
The protesters held signs reading “traitor, enemy of Israel,” played loud music, and waved Israeli flags. Dozens of activists took part in the protest.
Bennett warns Netanyahu over draft evasion, IDF manpower issues during Knesset visit
Former PM Naftali Bennett sharply criticized Netanyahu over the IDF manpower crisis, draft evasion, and the outgoing government’s controversial draft bill.
Are new Knesset proposals pushing Israel toward Hungary-style governance? - opinion
Concerns mount that Israel’s new legislation could reshape democracy in a Hungary-like direction.
Over half of Israelis want PM Netanyahu to retire from politics, not run in Knesset election - poll
Poll: 55% of Israelis want Netanyahu to step down, as the coalition drops to 49 seats and the opposition strengthens to a majority.