A government without a majority, a majority without a government: Israel faces a new political reality
Netanyahu's loss of his parliamentary majority opens a political battle in Israel; the opposition holds 67 seats and is pushing for an inquiry into the October 7 failures and the repeal of the government's legislation.
Channel 14: Netanyahu Abandons Bid to Form Alternative Government and Paves Way for New Election
Israel's Channel 14 reported that Netanyahu is heading toward a new election after efforts to form a government stalled, amid a split among parliamentary blocs and the rising weight of Arab parties.
Yedioth Ahronoth: Five scenarios for Israel to escape its political deadlock
Yedioth Ahronoth outlines five scenarios for escaping Israel's political deadlock, including a unity government headed by Netanyahu, a minority government backed by the Arab parties, or new elections
Israel's 2026 Election: Netanyahu Clings to Power as Coalition Talks Deadlock
Initial results from Israel's election show the parties in Netanyahu's coalition losing ground, but divisions between the opposition and the right are complicating the formation of the next government, amid anticipation of the final results.
Israeli analyst: Israel's election may end in more political uncertainty
An analysis in the Times of Israel reviews scenarios for Israel's 27 October election, amid the absence of a clear majority and the possibility of a minority government or a fresh election.
Five weeks before elections, Israel approves $4.9 billion to rearm its army
According to Yedioth Ahronoth, the government approved the transfers about two months ago, but they had been held up in the Knesset since 2 August