Topic

#israel-election

2 stories tagged

Netanyahu's Likud Faces Tough Battle as Party Selects October Election Candidates

Israel's Likud party held primary elections Monday to select candidates for the October 27 general election. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's right-wing party faces a competitive race as recent polling indicates the political landscape has shifted significantly.

By Sarah Chen · 18 Aug 2026 · 3 min read

Israel's Former Military Chief Challenges Netanyahu in High-Stakes Election

Israel's former military chief Gadi Eisenkot has positioned himself as the primary opposition candidate against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in the October 27 general election, signalling a significant shift in the country's political landscape.

By Sarah Chen · 27 Jul 2026 · 3 min read