Tag: Lapid, Yair

Netanyahu Cabinet Choice Has Criminal Convictions, Delaying a Government

Benjamin Netanyahu’s right-wing bloc won Israel’s general election last month. But several issues, including his cabinet choices, have complicated the forming of his government.

After Near Wipeout in Election, Israeli Left Wonders: What Now?

Support for Israel’s left collapsed against Benjamin Netanyahu and his far-right alliance in last week’s election. To regain relevance, the left’s leaders say they need to change — but disagree on how.

Netanyahu Holds Slight Lead in Israeli Election, Exit Polls Show

If the right-wing bloc does eke out a narrow victory, it would allow Mr. Netanyahu, Israel’s longest-serving prime minister, to return to office even as he stands trial on corruption charges.