Benjamin Netanyahu

Israelis head to the polls today, 27 October, to elect the 26th Knesset, in the country’s first legislative election since Hamas’s October 7 2023 attack and the ensuing wars in Gaza, Lebanon, and…

The election setup and the deep polarisation that has plagued Israel in recent years could mean a prolonged deadlock may be the most likely outcome

Key voices in the West appear to be throwing him under the bus ahead of the approaching Israeli election

Three years after October 7, Israeli confidence in their government has not recovered. This requires leadership willing to answer for the past and choose a direction beyond it

Before facts had been established, Netanyahu rushed to portray himself as Mr. Security with Israeli elections just weeks away. But will Israelis be convinced?

The Israeli election could open the door to different Israeli policies towards its near abroad conflicts and tensions, from Gaza and Lebanon to Syria, Türkiye and Iran

On 27 October, Israelis head to the polls, carrying with them frustrations and anxieties borne out of Israel's longest war in history

Al Majalla looks at the former army general's career, political positions, possible paths to victory, and what a change in leadership could mean for Israel and the region after three years of war

Gadi Eisenkot's sudden rise as a viable candidate for the premiership has surprised many. But can he survive the improvisational chaos of Israeli politics?