israeli politics

Israeli society is veering towards the brink of collapse

Israeli society is splitting in two, and the bridges, if any still exist, are collapsing rapidly. How can we repair our divides?

By DAVID BEN-BASAT
23/05/2025

Ehud Olmert's Gaza statement is more media spectacle than political dissent

Former prime minister Ehud Olmert crossed the line this week in his interview to the BBC

By JACOB SCHIMMEL
23/05/2025

Harmful political rhetoric is deepening Israel's cavernous divide

Yair Golan, Ehud Olmert, and other Israeli politicians' statements are deeply damaging and challenge Israel's fight for truth.

23/05/2025

Slim majority of Israeli public backs ongoing IDF op. in Gaza

On the political front, the Democrats party continues to lose ground following remarks by its leader, Yair Golan, dropping four seats to 12.

By MAARIV , WALLA! , JERUSALEM POST STAFF
23/05/2025

In democracy, politicians serve people, not spit on them from their thrones

In a moment where unity could be our greatest asset, the country deserves leadership that knows when to speak and when to stay silent.

Netanyahu appoints new interim Civil Service commissioner

The prime minister has blamed the High Court and Attorney-General for preventing a permanent appointment.

MK Avigdor Liberman attends Israel Hayom security conference in Jerusalem, December 1, 2024

Liberman announces run for prime minister in 2026 Israel elections

He added that those who evade service should lose their right to vote: 'In my government, everyone will be drafted.'

Netanyahu's coalition should take notes from Israel's real leaders: IDF reservists

The government's continuation of the war without clarifying an end goal is a stain on the country and a slap in the face to reservists.

09/05/2025

I'm not afraid of Hamas, I'm afraid of us: Internal divisions make the enemy win

Some citizens believe we have lost the war; some believe that it has not begun. But internal division will ruin us, and our soldiers deserve better.

04/05/2025

Despite war and threats, Israeli and Palestinian peace activists stay committed to dialogue

Around 23% said that friends or family members tried to convince them to cease their peace work, and 22% cited military restrictions as a major hindrance.

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