In a unanimous and strategic move, the Israeli government has appointed Likud lawmaker Danny Danon as Israel's ambassador to the United Nations, succeeding the incumbent ambassador, Gilad Erdan. This decision, approved on Sunday, is widely perceived as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s calculated effort to sideline a vociferous critic within his party who commands substantial public support.

30 June 2024

Read more: Danny Danon Reappointed As Israel's UN Ambassador In Unanimous Vote

Thousands of impassioned Israelis gathered in Hostages Square in Tel Aviv on Saturday to commemorate what should have been a happy 20th birthday of Na'ama Levy, a young woman who has been held captive for a harrowing 260 days. The occasion, however, was marred by a fierce undercurrent of political tension as anti-government activists, capitalizing on the emotional event, amplified their calls for regime change—a narrative they've been aggressively pushing since the November 2022 elections when liberal parties suffered significant losses and Benjamin Netanyahu was once again entrusted with leading the government.

23 June 2024

Read more: Anti-Government Protesters Use Na'ama Levy Birthday To Sow Discord

In a dramatic turn of events, the Knesset’s highly contentious proposal to overhaul rabbinic appointments has been shelved, igniting intense political maneuvering and fierce confrontations. This controversial legislation, championed by the coalition's religious factions, has sparked widespread opposition from across the political spectrum and local authorities alike.

18 June 2024

Read more: Knesset Shelves Ultra-Orthodox Bill On Rabbinic Appointments Amid Uproar

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dissolved the emergency war cabinet that has been steering the war in Gaza, a mere week after two of its centrist members dramatically resigned. This move underscores Netanyahu's tactical genius in excluding far-right ministers from critical decisions, ensuring a more measured approach to the conflict.

17 June 2024

Read more: Netanyahu Dissolves War Cabinet To Sideline Far-Right Ministers

In a dramatic resurgence on social media, Yair Netanyahu, the outspoken son of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, has once again thrust himself into the center of Israel’s political storm. This time, his target is the High Court’s decision to temporarily freeze the State Comptroller's audit of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and the Shin Bet regarding the catastrophic events of October 7th.

17 June 2024

Read more: Yair Netanyahu Attacks High Court After Temporary Freeze On IDF Audit