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Ayelet Shaked

Israeli-media coverage mentioning Ayelet Shaked, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.

Politics2 hours ago

MK Yael Ron Ben-Moshe Leaves Benny Gantz's Blue and White Party

MK Yael Ron Ben-Moshe has left Benny Gantz's Blue and White party, citing concerns over the new political framework and potential government formation risks. She expressed respect…

MK Yael Ron Ben-Moshe Leaves Benny Gantz's Blue and White Party
Politics2 days ago

Amichai Shikli Brands Naftali Bennett Israel’s Biggest Political Fraud

Amichai Shikli, Likud’s Minister for the Diaspora, accused Naftali Bennett of being Israel’s biggest political fraud, criticizing his leadership and tactics during the 2021 govern…

Politics2 days ago

Right-Wing Parties Urged to Unite to Avoid Losing Votes in Upcoming Israeli Elections

A new poll shows small right-wing Zionist parties in Israel risk falling below the electoral threshold if they run separately. A joint list led by Ayelet Shaked, Yoaz Hendel, and…

Politics2 days ago·2 outlets

Jonathan Pollard Joins Israeli Politics, Endorses Sharren Haskel’s Israel Ahead Party

Jonathan Pollard, former U.S. naval intelligence analyst convicted of spying for Israel, has joined Sharren Haskel’s Israel Ahead party and publicly endorsed her ahead of the upco…

Politics3 days ago·2 outlets

Former PM Bennett Commits to Enabling Government Change Regardless of Role

Former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett pledged to support a government change regardless of his role, criticized Netanyahu's handling of Iran's nuclear threat, and highligh…

Politics3 days ago

Pinehas Idan’s Union Tactics Spark Ben Gurion Strike Amid Rising Israel-Turkey Tensions

Pinehas Idan’s union tactics triggered a strike at Ben Gurion Airport to secure his son's leadership. Israeli officials warn Netanyahu’s harsh rhetoric against Turkey may escalate…

Politics4 days ago

Planning Policies Shape Jewish Presence in Galilee Beyond Illegal Construction

Investigations reveal that Israeli planning policies systematically favor Arab communities in the Galilee, restricting Jewish settlement growth through land allocation, pricing, a…

Politics4 days ago

Amid Right-Wing Tensions, Amir Winter's Entry Could Propel Eisenkot to Prime Ministership

Retired Brigadier General Amir Winter plans to enter Israeli politics with a right-wing list, risking a vote split that could weaken Netanyahu's bloc and enable Benny Gantz to bec…

Politics5 days ago·1 outlets

Ayelet Shaked Faces New Setbacks in Political Comeback Ahead of Israeli Elections

Ayelet Shaked faces renewed setbacks as Israel Beytenu rejects her inclusion and Blue and White members resist her joining, fearing post-election disloyalty that could aid Netanya…

Politics6 days ago

Retired Brigadier Dedi Simchi Urges Party Unity Ahead of September Elections

Retired Brigadier General Dedi Simchi urges Israeli political parties to unite before the September 7 Knesset elections to form a broad coalition government, warning that failure…

Politics7 days ago

Naftali Bennett Faces Repeated Decline in Polls Ahead of Elections

Naftali Bennett has repeatedly seen his poll numbers decline sharply before elections, with his parties underperforming final expectations since 2015. Despite a strong political c…

Politics7 days ago

Right-Wing Backlash Erupts Over Likud Primary Results, Netanyahu Faces Criticism

The Likud primaries have provoked anger among right-wing voters due to Tali Gottlieb's low ranking and May Golan's exclusion, leading some to consider voting for other right-wing…

PoliticsAug 17, 2026·3 outlets

Benny Gantz Negotiates Blue and White Merger with Ayelet Shaked as No. 2

Benny Gantz is negotiating a merger with Ayelet Shaked, who is set to become the second candidate on the Blue and White list, while current No. 2 Dedi Simchi faces uncertainty. Th…

Benny Gantz Negotiates Blue and White Merger with Ayelet Shaked as No. 2
PoliticsAug 17, 2026

Professor Asher Cohen Critiques Israel's Electoral Threshold as Political Stability Myth

Professor Asher Cohen argues that Israel's electoral threshold has failed to reduce party fragmentation or ensure political stability, instead causing large vote losses and unstab…

PoliticsAug 16, 2026

Ayelet Shaked Leads New Right-Wing Political Initiative Targeting Religious Zionists

Ayelet Shaked is spearheading a new right-wing political initiative in Israel targeting moderate religious Zionists and traditional right-wing voters. The group aims to form an in…

PoliticsAug 15, 2026

Finance Minister Smotrich Warns of Arab Land Takeover in Galilee Due to Planning Failures

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich condemned Israel's planning policies in the Galilee for enabling Arab land takeovers, calling it a major strategic threat. He praised Minister Ay…

PoliticsAug 15, 2026

Israeli Politics Sees Decline in Women Leading Parties Despite Public Support

Despite public support for female political representation, no women lead Israeli parties in the 2026 elections, marking a decline from previous years when women headed major part…

PoliticsAug 12, 2026

Gadi Eizenkot's Yesh Atid Leads with 23 Seats as Likud Drops to 21 in New Poll

A Channel 13 poll shows Gadi Eizenkot's Yesh Atid leading with 23 seats, Likud dropping to 21, and Netanyahu's coalition holding 49 seats. Eizenkot leads Netanyahu 47% to 34% in p…

PoliticsAug 12, 2026

Gadi Eizenkot's Party Strengthens While Netanyahu's Likud Declines in New Poll

A Channel 13 poll shows Gadi Eizenkot's party leading with 23 seats, surpassing Netanyahu's Likud at 21 seats. Eizenkot leads Netanyahu 47% to 34% in prime minister suitability. T…

PoliticsAug 12, 2026

Avigdor Lieberman Advises Ayelet Shaked to Delay Political Return Amid Israel Beytenu Talks

Avigdor Lieberman disclosed that he advised Ayelet Shaked to delay her political return amid talks about her joining Israel Beytenu. Despite previous discussions and speculation…

PoliticsAug 10, 2026

Amichai Shikli Reveals Netanyahu Rival Bennett Offered Him Ambassador Role to Leave Knesset

Amichai Shikli revealed that Naftali Bennett offered him an ambassador role to leave the Knesset, criticized former Yamina leaders, and warned against right-wing party fragmentati…

PoliticsAug 10, 2026

Energy Minister Eli Cohen Rejects False Peace Deals, Vows No Withdrawal Without Hamas Disarmament

PoliticsAug 9, 2026

Former PM Naftali Bennett Seeks Political Alliance Amid Party's Poll Decline

Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett is seeking a political merger with Hili Tropper and the Beit Tzioni list to counteract his party Yahad's decline in polls ahead of Israel's O…

Former PM Naftali Bennett Seeks Political Alliance Amid Party's Poll Decline
PoliticsAug 9, 2026·1 outlets

Liberman and Bennett Hold Secret Talks to Block Gadi Eizenkot's Path to Premiership

Naftali Bennett's close aide secretly met with Avigdor Liberman to discuss forming a joint bloc to prevent Gadi Eizenkot from receiving the mandate to form Israel's next governmen…

Liberman and Bennett Hold Secret Talks to Block Gadi Eizenkot's Path to Premiership
PoliticsAug 9, 2026·2 outlets

Former Shin Bet Chief Yoram Cohen Vows to Pass 'Defendant Law' in Next Israeli Government

Former Shin Bet chief Yoram Cohen pledged to pass the "Defendant Law" preventing indicted lawmakers from forming a government in Israel's next administration. He criticized politi…

PoliticsAug 9, 2026·2 outlets

Four Parties Vie for Right-Center Voters in Israel’s Third Bloc Ahead of Elections

Four Israeli parties known as the "third bloc" are competing to attract right and center-right voters dissatisfied with the current government. Led by figures like Benny Gantz, Hi…

Four Parties Vie for Right-Center Voters in Israel’s Third Bloc Ahead of Elections
PoliticsAug 9, 2026

Former Netanyahu Chief of Staff Yoav Horovitz Breaks Silence on October 7 Failures

Yoav Horovitz, former chief of staff to Netanyahu, publicly criticizes the prime minister's leadership failures surrounding the October 7 attacks. His delayed testimony raises que…

PoliticsAug 9, 2026

Itamar Ben-Gvir Condemns Yoav Segalovich's Resignation as Plot to Form Government with Ra'am

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir condemned Yoav Segalovich's resignation from Yesh Atid as a left-wing plot to form a government with the Arab party Ra'am. Segalovich su…

PoliticsAug 9, 2026·2 outlets

Liberman Reveals He Offered Political Slots to Gilad Erdan and Others, Warns Voting for Erdan Supports Netanyahu

Avigdor Liberman revealed he offered political positions to Gilad Erdan and others but was refused, warning that voting for Erdan supports Netanyahu. He denied plans to ally with…

PoliticsAug 8, 2026·4 outlets

Bennett and Lieberman Plan Post-Election Alliance to Challenge Gadi Eisenkot for Prime Minister

Naftali Bennett and Avigdor Lieberman plan a post-election alliance to outnumber Gadi Eisenkot’s party and enforce a rotation for prime minister. Meanwhile, Ayelet Shaked and Benn…

Bennett and Lieberman Plan Post-Election Alliance to Challenge Gadi Eisenkot for Prime Minister
PoliticsAug 8, 2026

Opposition Leader Yair Golan’s Influence Over Israeli Coalition Politics Explained

Ahead of Israel’s 2026 elections, opposition leader Yair Golan’s Democratic Party is gaining influence but remains a minority in potential coalitions. Despite concerns about his s…

Opposition Leader Yair Golan’s Influence Over Israeli Coalition Politics Explained
PoliticsAug 7, 2026·3 outlets

Gantz to Lead Joint List, Shaked to Choose Government Role in Possible Third Bloc Union

Benny Gantz and Ayelet Shaked are negotiating a joint electoral list for the October 27 elections, with Gantz leading the list and Shaked securing first choice of government role…

Gantz to Lead Joint List, Shaked to Choose Government Role in Possible Third Bloc Union
PoliticsAug 6, 2026·6 outlets

Gilad Erdan and Yuli Edelstein Launch New Right-Wing Party Aiming for Broad Zionist Government

Gilad Erdan and Yuli Edelstein launched a new right-wing party aiming to form a broad Zionist government, breaking the traditional two-bloc system. Erdan left Likud after 30 years…

PoliticsAug 6, 2026

Emily Amrussi Urges Israeli Right and Center to Unite for Upcoming Elections

Journalist Emily Amrussi calls on Israeli right and center politicians to unite into a single list ahead of elections, representing the center bloc and prioritizing national unity…

PoliticsAug 5, 2026·3 outlets

Gilad Erdan and Yuli Edelstein to Launch New Right-Wing Party Amid Coalition Talks

Gilad Erdan and Yuli Edelstein will announce a new right-wing party tomorrow, aiming to attract more members while talks with Benny Gantz and Ayelet Shaked stall. Edelstein outlin…

PoliticsAug 5, 2026

Israeli Coalition Condemns Supreme Court for Blocking Budget Transfers as Political Interference

Israel's Supreme Court temporarily blocked budget transfers approved by the Knesset Finance Committee, citing procedural issues. Coalition members sharply criticized the court, ac…

PoliticsAug 5, 2026

Israeli Coalition Condemns Supreme Court for Halting Budget Transfers to Ultra-Orthodox Parties

Israeli coalition leaders sharply criticized the Supreme Court's decision to freeze budget transfers to ultra-Orthodox parties, accusing it of judicial overreach and political bia…

SecurityAug 4, 2026

IDF Chief Must Approve All Targeted Killings in Gaza Amid Policy Shift

The IDF has imposed stricter rules requiring the Chief of Staff's approval for targeted killings in Gaza, reducing attacks amid international pressure for a ceasefire. Israeli lea…

IDF Chief Must Approve All Targeted Killings in Gaza Amid Policy Shift
SecurityAug 3, 2026

Israel Rejects Calls to Halt Gaza Strikes Amid Political Pressure

PoliticsAug 2, 2026

Third Political Bloc Talks Collapse as Parties Prepare to Run Separately Ahead of Deadline

Negotiations among Israeli political groups in the "third bloc" have collapsed, with parties like Benny Gantz's and others preparing to run separately ahead of the September 7-8 c…

PoliticsAug 2, 2026

Right-Wing Leaders Warn Against Splitting Votes Amid New Party Formations

Likud Minister Amichai Shikli warns that the rise of multiple new right-wing parties in Israel risks splitting votes and weakening the nationalist camp ahead of elections. He urge…

PoliticsAug 2, 2026

Knesset Committee Chair Rotman Admits Mistakes in Judicial Reform Handling

Simcha Rotman, chair of the Knesset Constitution Committee, admitted he was willing to fully concede on the judicial reform to reach consensus but was thwarted by Gantz's party wi…

PoliticsJul 31, 2026

Likud Gains as Shas Drops to Seven Seats in Latest Israeli Poll

A Maariv poll shows Likud gaining two seats to 22 while Shas falls to seven seats. The coalition bloc holds 49 mandates, the opposition 57, with the new Zionist Home party crossin…

PoliticsJul 31, 2026

New Political Bloc Between Netanyahu and Opposition Nears Decisive Moment Ahead of Israeli Elections

As Israel’s election approaches, a new political bloc between Netanyahu’s camp and the opposition is forming, with key figures like Gilad Erdan and Ofer Winter considering indepen…

PoliticsJul 31, 2026

Gadi Eizenkot Leads Mandate Poll as Likud Gains and Bennett Declines

Gadi Eizenkot's Yisrael! party leads the latest Maariv poll with 23 seats, followed by a strengthened Likud at 9 seats. Bennett's Beyachad! party falls to 15 seats. Netanyahu's co…

Gadi Eizenkot Leads Mandate Poll as Likud Gains and Bennett Declines
PoliticsJul 30, 2026

Shas Criticizes New Right-Wing Parties for Anti-Haredi Stance and Political Shift

Shas's official publication sharply criticizes new right-wing Israeli parties and leaders for distancing themselves from the Haredi bloc and promoting anti-Haredi rhetoric, singli…

Shas Criticizes New Right-Wing Parties for Anti-Haredi Stance and Political Shift
PoliticsJul 29, 2026

Likud Primaries Deal Blow to Incumbent MK Eti Atia in Dan-Tel Aviv District

The right-wing grassroots group Matot Arim endorsed Dor Harlap over incumbent MK Eti Atia in the Likud primaries for the Dan-Tel Aviv district, marking a significant political cha…

Likud Primaries Deal Blow to Incumbent MK Eti Atia in Dan-Tel Aviv District
PoliticsJul 29, 2026·2 outlets

Ayelet Shaked Warns Political Partners of Challenges in Crossing Electoral Threshold

Ayelet Shaked warns her political partners Benny Gantz, Dedi Simchi, and Yuli Edelstein about the significant challenges of running independently and crossing the electoral thresh…

Ayelet Shaked Warns Political Partners of Challenges in Crossing Electoral Threshold