Elections
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Gantz Gives Up…Third Election to Come?
Israeli PM candidate General Benny Gantz has conceded his mandate to form a coalition government, paving the way for yet another election in Israel.
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‘I Tried Incessantly for Unity’
PM Netanyahu tells Israeli President Rivlin that he's been unable to form a ruling coalition, so now Netanyahu's rival Gantz will get the opportunity to try.
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Bibi to Form Next Government
Israeli President Reuven Rivlin has tasked Benjamin Netanyahu, who calls for "joint leadership," with the first opportunity to form the Jewish state's next coalition government.
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Bibi in Line to Form Next Government
After Israel's political parties consult with President Rivlin over the weekend, PM Netanyahu takes a 55-54 seat lead over his rival Benny Gantz.
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The Election That Killed Hopes for Peace
This week's Israeli elections didn't decide whether peace could happen. Mahmoud Abbas' ascent and refusal to allow Palestinian democracy made that decision.
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Rivlin Congratulates Bibi on Calls for Unity
Israel's president tells her PM, "I hear, loud and clear, the voices calling for a broad and stable national unity government and I congratulate you, on joining that call."
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Bibi Calls on Gantz to Form National Unity Government
The longtime Israeli prime minister tells his rival, "The nation expects us, both of us, to demonstrate responsibility and that we pursue cooperation."
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Now Is the Time for Unity
A unified government and nation is the best answer to the defense, diplomatic, and domestic challenges that Israel faces.
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Bibi Falls Short of Majority
With Netanyahu's Likud party and the opposing party in a near tie for Knesset seats, Israeli President Reuven Rivlin will now look to one candidate to form a stable coalition government.
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Over 53% of Eligible Israelis Have Voted
Over half of all those who can vote in Israel have today, with 1.5% more participating in the Jewish state's democratic process than did this past April.
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Rivlin: I Will Do All I Can to Avoid Third Election
Israel's president explains his role in the election process as his fellow Israelis head to the polls for the second time this year.
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Why Israel Should Vote For…
As Israelis take to the polls, PM Netanyahu and General Benny Gantz each make their case for leading the Jewish state.
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Who Would You Vote For?
If you were Israeli, which political party would you most likely support? Take this quiz to navigate Israel's politics.
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Israeli Democracy Is Not in Crisis
While Israel's critics attack the Jewish state's electoral system, JNS' Jonathan Tobin says what they're really mad about is Netanyahu winning.
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Israeli Elections 2.0
The Fellowship's Jonathan Goldthwaite provides us with some facts regarding this week's big news from the Knesset (Israel's Parliament).
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Why Is Israel Having Elections Again?
Fellowship President Yael Eckstein takes a look at the reasons why her country — the Jewish state — will be holding elections for the second time this year.
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Israel Heads to Elections for Second Time This Year
With Israel's government unable to form a coalition, the Knesset has voted to hold another election in September.
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Bibi Vows to Be PM for ‘Jews and Non-Jews as One’
At an event marking his election win, PM Netanyahu said he won't be deterred by the media's "explicit threats" and promised to lead all of Israel.
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Bibi Secures Majority Backing as PM
With 10 of the 11 parties that will make up the Knesset having given their recommendations for Israel's prime minister, Netanyahu has formal support.
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Meet the New Knesset
As Israel's election results have been finalized, the Jewish state's 21st parliament will include 9 major generals, 29 women, and 49 first-time members.
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The People of Israel Have Spoken
Writing at The Times of Israel, Israel's Minister for Regional Cooperation says his nation's people voted to move their economy forward and keep their children safe.
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