2026 Israeli Elections

Golan claims Netanyahu is trying to stage coup, warns Israel's security is in danger

Netanyahu is "in a panic" and attempting to seize power by force, Golan claimed, warning of threats to Israeli security while expressing optimism over coalition negotiations.

Democrats head Yair Golan at meeting of opposition heads after Israel's election, November 3, 2026.
Yisrael Beiteinu party chairman MK Avigdor Liberman at the party’s election headquarters in Tel Aviv, on Israel’s general election night, October 27, 2026.

Liberman willing to compromise on haredi IDF draft law, UTJ chairman welcomes 'flexibility'

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman seen in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, September 17, 2025

Saudi normalization will not happen under Netanyahu government, source says - report

President Isaac Herzog meets with representatives of United Torah Judaism during consultations for prime minister recommendations, November 5, 2026.

UTJ willing to join coalition talks pending haredi draft solution, Liberman willing to compromise


How you can access free public transportation to get to polling booths on Election Day - explainer

Free public transportation will be available to all passengers, not just eligible voters, on approximately 660 intercity bus routes and all Israel Railways lines.

Passengers at Yitzhak Navon train station in Jerusalem on January 21, 2026.

Parties file complaints over defaced, vandalized, missing ballots, alleged voter tracking

Earlier, the Central Elections Committee declared that claims circulating regarding Likud representatives in polling booths across the country illegally tracking voters using an app were false.

Yisrael Beytenu petitions Elections Committee over Shas distribution of kippot at polling station, October 27, 2026.

Finance Ministry prepares plan to prevent increase in deficit, fund defense, for next government

Some of the measures were planned in cooperation with the Bank of Israel. The next government will be responsible for implementing the policy.

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich attends a press conference at the Finance Ministry in Jerusalem, July 1, 2026.

Israelis head to polls as voting begins in pivotal Knesset election

Forces are expected to be deployed at thousands of polling stations nationwide and in surrounding areas to maintain public order and protect public safety and security, the police stated.

Voters casting ballots in Israel's 25th Knesset election

Election Day: A complete guide to Israel’s political parties and what they stand for

The Jerusalem Post has prepared a series of explainers breaking down the platforms, leaders, and main positions of the main parties running in the election.

Campaign posters featuring Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Gadi Eisenkot are seen in Tel Aviv, October 22, 2026

Election Day 2026 is a day for democracy and a chance for unity - editorial

Israelis should allow themselves to enjoy the day. Bring children to the polling station. Talk with friends and relatives, including those voting differently.

DESPITE HUGE advances in technology, Israeli voters still mark a physical paper ballot and place it in a ballot box. From there, the CEC builds multiple layers of verification around that slip of paper.

Trump surrogates discuss Netanyahu-Eisenkot unity government with Israeli officials - report

Sources told The Washington Post that Netanyahu told US officials that he believes Eisenkot would be the best partner if hostilities resume between Israel and Iran.

(L-R): Yashar head Gadi Eisenkot; Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu

Israel’s moment of truth: Knesset election pivotal to future US-Israel relationship - opinion

Israel must make some crucial decisions about its own conduct. The fate of the US-Israel alliance could hang in the balance.

 US-ISRAEL-DIPLOMACY Israeli and US flags are seen on the table as US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth meets with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the Pentagon in Washington, DC on February 5, 2025; illustrative

The campaign ends with Iran, and the question of trust - analysis

Netanyahu says the danger is too great to replace him. His opponents say it is too great to leave him in place. On Tuesday, Israelis will decide which warning they believe.

Missiles produced by Iran's armed forces are displayed near a row of Iranian flags during commemorations to mark the anniversary of the 1979 Iranian Revolution on February 11, 2026 in Tehran, Iran.

Likud files police complaint against Eisenkot campaign manager over Polymarket post

Likud claims Eisenkot’s campaign manager broke election law by sharing a Polymarket forecast giving Eisenkot a 52% chance of becoming prime minister, versus 28% for Netanyahu.

An election campaign poster featuring Yashar party chairman Gadi Eisenkot is displayed on a bus in Jerusalem, October 26, 2026