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Israel election 2026: Netanyahu’s allies, rivals and the smaller parties that could decide his fate
Israel’s October 27 election will test Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s leadership following the October 7, 2023, attack and subsequent wars. Likud and its right-wing allies face centrist and left-wing challengers, while smaller factions and Arab-led parties could prove decisive in coalition negotiations to secure a majority in the 120-member Knesset.
Trump says he'll hit Iran harder as Iranian president apologizes to neighbors
Tensions escalate as President Trump warns of more strikes on Iran. Drones hit Iraq's Sulaymaniyah, killing one. Israel strikes Tehran fuel storage. Gulf nations intercept Iranian missiles and drones. Several countries evacuate citizens. The conflict disrupts global energy markets and raises fears across the region.
Global leaders react to US strikes on Iran with calls for diplomacy
US airstrikes on Iran have heightened worries about a larger Middle East conflict. Iraq, Saudi Arabia and Qatar are among nations urging de-escalation. The UN is gravely alarmed. European Union wants restraint. Hamas and Houthis condemned the US action. China questions the US approach. Japan is concerned about energy stability. Australia calls for diplomacy to end the conflict.
Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh assassinated in Tehran, reports say
Hamas announced that its leader, Ismail Haniyeh, was assassinated in Tehran. The Iranian Revolutionary Guard confirmed his death, attributing it to an Israeli raid. Hamas accused Israel of orchestrating the assassination. Israel has yet to comment on the incident but has previously vowed to target Hamas leaders following recent attacks.
Biden's withdrawal injects uncertainty into wars, trade disputes and other foreign policy challenges
Biden's withdrawal impacts Israel, Ukraine, China, and Iran. Kamala Harris scrutinized for her Israel stance. European leaders react; Zelenskyy respects Biden. Kremlin downplays the race. NATO, U.S.-Mexico ties, and the Middle East face uncertainty. Adding to complications are Yoav Gallant, Hezbollah, Gaza conflict, economic sanctions, and Global Times editor's views.
Google's open culture collides with the Israel-Hamas war
In the month since Hamas launched an attack inside Israel, and Israel retaliated with a bombing campaign and invasion of the Gaza Strip, discussion of the topic at Google -- for Muslims and Jews -- has sunk into an morass of hostility and intolerance, employees say.
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Israel and Palestinian war: What you need to know right now
Israel has regained control of the Gaza border, launching extensive air strikes despite threats by Hamas militants. The conflict has led to the deaths of hundreds of Palestinians and Israelis. Israel has called up 300,000 reservists and is considering a ground assault. The US is providing extra security assistance, while the EU has backtracked on suspending aid to Palestinians.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delays judicial overhaul after mass protests
Netanyahu declared he is seeking a compromised agreement with his political opponents. Netanyahu's plan has sparked sustained protests that have galvanized nearly all sectors of society, including its military, where reservists have increasingly said publicly that they will not serve a country veering toward autocracy. The government has labeled them anarchists out to topple democratically elected leaders.
We will decide whether to continue in joint panel or not: Sitaram Yechury
The CPI(M) today termed as "wrong" and "untenable" the re-promwulgation of the ordinance on land acquisition by the Centre.
Israeli Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman steps down to join opposition
With Lieberman's exit, Netanyahu's new government has been left with a wafer-thin majority of 61 members in the 120-member parliament.
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu gets 14-day extension to form new coalition government
Rivlin granted the extension, noting that the maximum total time period that can be allowed by law is 42 days.
Israelis vote for Parliament, Netayahu's fate in balance
About 5.3 million voters are eligible to vote and are casting their ballot across the over 10,000 voting stations.
Israel's PM Benjamin Netanyahu accuses 'foreign governments' of trying to bring him down
At the moment the Israeli Prime Minister views Likud's ideological allies in the Knesset a threat as they could cut votes from the ruling party.
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