To understand the paralysis in Israel’s political system, think of a Mexican standoff, like in a Quentin Tarantino movie, minus the guns.
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As Netanyahu Fails to Form a Government, Benny Gantz Gets a Chance to Try
The former army chief will have 28 days to assemble a coalition government for the fiercely divided country. Otherwise, a third election could follow.
Boris Johnson to Hold Tuesday Showdown After New Brexit Setback
The speaker of the House of Commons effectively delayed by a day a possibly decisive vote on the prime minister’s withdrawal agreement with the European Union.
Despite Litany of Failures, Boris Johnson Is in Striking Distance of Brexit Success
The prime minister will try again this week to get his draft deal through Parliament. He has one key thing going for him: a divided opposition.
Vacant: 600-Year-Old Job With Top Pay. Perks Include Monarch’s Bed.
As speaker of the House of Commons, John Bercow won fame and helped lawmakers shape Brexit. Now he’s quitting, and nine lawmakers want his job.
Swiss Voters Appear to Deliver ‘Green Wave,’ Rebuking Far Right
In parliamentary elections on Sunday, two Green parties had historic successes, according to projections based on preliminary results. “We expected a Green wave but it’s a tsunami, almost,” one political scientist said.
Boris Johnson Sends Letter to E.U. Asking for Brexit Delay
After a rebuke by lawmakers in Parliament, the British prime minister warned that an extension would be bad for both sides.
What Happened in Today’s Brexit Vote
In a blow to Prime Minister Boris Johnson, lawmakers passed an amendment to delay a definitive vote on his draft deal. He later sent an unsigned letter to the E.U. asking for a deadline extension.
What Boris Johnson Needs to Do to Win Parliament’s Vote on Brexit
Three groups of lawmakers are key as the prime minister aims to get approval for his deal on Saturday. He needs around 30 lawmakers to change sides.
A Brexit Deal in Hand, Boris Johnson Faces an Uphill Struggle in Parliament
Britain’s prime minister cited a “great new deal that takes back control,” hours after a Northern Irish party rejected the agreement.