Benjamin Netanyahu

Netanyahu's coalition falls to 48 seats, opposition gets 62 seats after legislative blitz - poll

The poll found that 83% of voters oppose the inclusion of Haredi (ultra-Orthodox) parties in the coalition that is formed after the elections, while only 8% support it.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi are seen in the Knesset plenum during a vote on the minister's communications reform, in Jerusalem, July 16, 2026
People hold a sign that says United States of Israel in support of Palestinians during the nation's 250th anniversary celebration on July 4, 2026 in Washington.

The warning signs for Israel in Washington can no longer be ignored - editorial

US soldier after boarding an Iranian ship in the Strait of Hormuz, July 17, 2026.

Sirens sound across Gulf countries as renewed US-Iran conflict enters sixth day

Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana oversees votes on Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi's communications sector reform bill, July 16, 2026.

What are some of the main laws pushed during Knesset's legislative blitz? - explainer


'Post' embeds with IDF in Bint Jbail as IDF races to destroy Hezbollah infrastructure within weeks

IDF races to destroy terror infrastructure as Trump 'orders' Netanyahu, US pushes for withdrawal • No signs of immediate withdrawal • 'Post' stands in stadium where Nasrallah made May 2000 speech

Bint Jbail stadium, southern Lebanon, July 15, 2026.

Israel now controls up to 70% of Gaza, Security Cabinet told amid expanded IDF offensive

Under the hostage-release agreement, the IDF was expected to remain in roughly 53% of the Gaza Strip, along what became known as the Yellow Line.

IDF SOLDIERS operating in the Gaza Strip.

'Desecrating religious Zionism': Bennett slams Smotrich as true architect of draft evasion law

"I want to address the soldiers and tell them: Hold on tight, there are still 104 days of plunder and evasion, the reinforcements are on the way, and this terrible government is going," he said.

Naftali Bennett

Next Israel government must halt rise in debt burden, central bank chief says

With elections coming up on October 27, Bank of Israel Governor Amir Yaron stated that fiscal policy will be the biggest challenge for the elected government, especially if Israel returns to war.

Governor of the Bank of Israel Amir Yaron speaks during a press conference at the Bank of Israel offices in Jerusalem, on January 2, 2022.

Israel launches 'Masa diplomacy' program in push for pro-Israel advocacy through Diaspora youth

The program, proposed by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Foreign Affairs Minister Gideon Sa’ar, stemmed from the rising antisemitism and disinformation surrounding Israel.

An anti-Israel protest in New York City. Ilustrative.

'Demons of antisemitism' still in France: Macron honors Alfred Dreyfus, new statue installed

The French president honored the new Alfred Dreyfus statue in France 120 years after the Jewish French military officer was exonerated of charges, though antisemitism in France continues.

 France's President Emmanuel Macron and Charles Dreyfus grandson of Alfred Dreyfus pay tribute in front of the 3.5-meter (12ft) bronze statue made in 1985 by French artist Louis Mitelberg aka Tim.

Aiming to be prime minister? Netanyahu's AI advisor eyes future political run, but not with Likud

Frances confirmed that he was never formally invited to join Likud, saying he called the prime minister’s spokesman to ask how he could be offered a reserved spot and not know about it.

Dovi Frances (L), Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

High Court cancels Land Authority head's appointment due to connection to Smotrich

The ruling came after all parties, including the government and Eliyahu, accepted a framework proposed by Justices Yael Willner, Ofer Grosskopf, and Khaled Kabub during a hearing earlier this month.

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

Netanyahu set to attend Lindsey Graham's funeral in DC, meet with Trump

Netanyahu is expected to fly on Saturday night and stay until Tuesday to attend the memorial service for Senator Lindsey Graham and possibly meet US President Trump.

Benjamin Netanyahu prepares to board a plane to Washington, DC on January 10, 2026.

Sara Netanyahu requests Shin Bet security for her family, regardless of election outcome - report

According to N12, the request occured during a meeting with David Zini, head of the Shin Bet (Israeli Security Agency).

 View of Sara Netanyahu at the Knesset in Jerusalem.