Just seven weeks after one nationwide vote, Israel is preparing for a second election. It’s the first time in the country’s history that a newly elected government failed to form a coalition.
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In Israel’s New Election Campaign, Right Battles Right
The fight between the secular right and the religious right thwarted Benjamin Netanyahu’s attempt to form a government and has eclipsed the old left-right divide.
Israel Is Back in Election Mode and in Uncharted Territory
The morning after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s staggering failure to form a government, recriminations flew, giving a taste of the contentious campaigning ahead.
After Coalition Talks Crumble, Israel on Course for Another Election
Benjamin Netanyahu seemed to have an easy path back to power. But his efforts ran aground on a power struggle among his potential partners.
Israel Faces Prospect of New Election as Netanyahu’s Coalition Talks Stall
After elections last month, Benjamin Netanyahu seemed to have an easy path back to power. But a deadlock between his potential partners shows no sign of easing.
With 2 Days Left, Israel’s Netanyahu Struggles to Form a Government
Ultranationalist versus ultrareligious: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s potential partners are at loggerheads over a military draft law.
German Parliament Deems B.D.S. Movement Anti-Semitic
The campaign to boycott Israeli artists and goods recalled “the most terrible chapter in German history” and revived memories of the motto “Don’t buy from Jews.”
Israel Presses the Case Against Iran, but Not for War
Israel has quietly played an instrumental role in the escalating tensions in the Middle East. But analysts say it wants to pressure Iran, not start a war.
News Analysis: Why Do Israel and Gaza Keep Fighting? Because It’s in Their Leaders’ Interests.
The cycle of violence-ceasefire-repeat that keeps verging on all-out war may look like pointless destruction. But it’s a strange kind of symbiosis.
Israel and Gaza Exchange Attacks in Worst Fighting in Years
At least four Israelis and 22 Gazans were killed over the weekend as cross-border violence escalated.