Benjamin Netanyahu

Netanyahu ally says Trump, Herzog could serve as guarantors for unity gov't with Eisenkot

Biton also warned that the opposition's attempt to replace Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana before a coalition is established would be a "declaration of war.”

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Illustrative image of Benjamin Netanyahu and Gadi Eisenkot
Democrats party chairman Yair Golan and members of his party celebrate at the party’s election headquarters in Tel Aviv, following the release of exit poll results on Israel’s general election night, October 27, 2026.

Netanyahu must not be allowed to lead Israel through another Iran war, Golan says

Since the elections, Golan has been outspoken about his desire to participate in a government that includes the Arab parties.

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United Arab List (Ra’am) party chairman Mansour Abbas stands alongside fellow party members 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.

Israel needs a bold, fresh approach and unity government in wake of election stalemate - editorial

After the results of Tuesday's election produced a stalemate, there are few options available to prevent another round of elections – a minority opposition government or a centrist unity government.

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Yashar party chairman Gadi Eisenkot alongside members of his party at the party’s election headquarters in Tel Aviv, following the closing of polling stations and the release of exit poll results on Israel’s general election night, October 28, 2026.

Joint List, Ra'am expected to recommend Eisenkot for prime minister when meeting Herzog

Mossad to provide Shin Bet with assessment of suspected foreign interference in elections • Likud MKs deny that they Yashar members asking them to defect • Liberman denies speakership reports

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Trump says US ready to hit Iran's nuclear program 'in ten minutes' after speaking with Netanyahu

"There are 'one or two sites' left that need to be dealt with, including Pickaxe Mountain. We can do it in ten minutes. We have a plan for it, and we can execute it very quickly," the president said.

NOVEMBER 1, 2026ByIDAN KWELLER, AMIR BOHBOT, AARON GLICK
US President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Eisenkot's Yashar party says Likud MKs, ministers called party list members

Likud responded to the claims later on Saturday, saying that Eisenkot is "under pressure from those who are disrupting their plans to cooperate with parties that support terrorism."

OCTOBER 31, 2026ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Yashar party leader and former IDF chief of Staff Gadi Eisenkot at the Kotel, October 21, 2026.

Joint List's Tibi says his party will not join coalition, supports replacing Knesset speaker

On Sunday, Tibi announced a plan to support an alternative government from outside the coalition in exchange for commitments to address the needs of Arab society.

OCTOBER 31, 2026ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
MK Ahmad Tibi attends Hadash–Ta'al faction meeting, at the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, on June 29, 2026.

Netanyahu, Eisenkot must reach a deal to end Israel's political deadlock - opinion

Eisenkot, Bennett, Liberman, Lapid and, yes, even Golan, must reconsider their refusal to serve in a Netanyahu government. The PM should accept an arrangement that includes his retirement.

OCTOBER 31, 2026ByARYEH GREEN
Prime Minister and Likud party chairman Benjamin Netanyahu at the Likud party’s election headquarters in Jerusalem, October 28, 2026

What are we for? The question Israel's political opposition can no longer avoid - opinion

Naftali Bennett's government collapsed after roughly a year because it could not govern. Disdain is a powerful electoral tool. It is a weak foundation for a lasting coalition.

OCTOBER 31, 2026ByGEORGE BIRNBAUM
Israel’s election campaign is gathering pace, with the country’s political parties competing over the questions of security, leadership and the direction Israel takes after three years of war.

Eisenkot must beat Netanyahu at his own game, not repeat Gantz's mistakes - opinion

Netanyahu lost ground, but the opposition failed to win. Eisenkot must play hardball as details emerge of a missed merger with Bennett.

OCTOBER 31, 2026ByBEN CASPIT
Illustrative image of Benjamin Netanyahu and Gadi Eisenkot

Netanyahu survives the election, but Eisenkot holds key to replacing him - analysis

Netanyahu remains in office without a majority, while Eisenkot must overcome opposition divisions to form a government or face another election.

OCTOBER 31, 2026ByANNA BARSKY
A road sign stands in front of a large billboard featuring Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (R) of the Likud party and former military chief and leader of the centrist Yashar party, Gadi Eisenkot, in Ramat Gan on October 20, 2026.

Grapevine: Fateful wallets

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

OCTOBER 31, 2026ByGREER FAY CASHMAN
Wallet (illustrative).

Opposition bloc considers reviving direct elections without dissolving Knesset to end stalemate

The opposition is considering direct elections for prime minister, reviving Netanyahu's 2021 proposal as coalition negotiations remain deadlocked.

OCTOBER 31, 2026ByMAARIV
An Israeli votes in the 2026 Knesset election, October 27, 2026.

Likud MKs deny that they Yashar members asking them to defect, Eisenkot sets coalition principles

Mossad to provide Shin Bet with assessment of suspected foreign interference in elections• Gadi Eisenkot, Yair Lapid meet to discuss election results, coordinate next steps

OCTOBER 31, 2026ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Demonstration at Habima Square in Tel Aviv in support of a Jewish-Arab partnership for the new government.