Meretz
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Meretz, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Internal Criticism Could Strengthen Israel's Opposition Ahead of Elections
The Israeli opposition bloc "Change Camp" is cautioned against suppressing internal criticism, as diverse views can broaden voter appeal and strengthen democratic resilience ahead…
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…
Raviv Drucker Criticizes Yair Golan for Breaking Promise to Party Member
Raviv Drucker condemned Democratic Party leader Yair Golan for breaking a promise to Einav Tsengauker about a reserved Knesset seat, calling it a troubling start and part of a bro…
Israeli Coalition Stagnates as Opposition Gains Momentum Ahead of 2026 Elections
A Maariv poll shows the Israeli coalition holding 49 seats and the opposition 57 ahead of the 2026 elections, with most Israelis opposing Ra'am's inclusion in the coalition and th…
Democrats Chair Yair Golan Declines Reserved Spots for Einav Tsangoker on Party List
Yair Golan, head of the Democrats party, decided not to reserve any Knesset list spots for Einav Tsangoker, mother of former captive Matan Tsangoker, following the party's July 20…
Democrats Party Chair Yair Golan Declines Reserved Seats for Einav Tsangoker
Yair Golan, head of the Israeli Democrats party, decided not to reserve any Knesset list spots for Einav Tsangoker following the July 20 primaries, excluding her from the party's…
Yinon Magal Sparks Outrage With Controversial Remarks on Gadi Eizenkot's Family
Yinon Magal sparked outrage by criticizing former IDF Chief Gadi Eizenkot's family, particularly his late son who died in Gaza. His comments on family values triggered widespread…
Actress Anat Waxman Offers Acting Guidance Amid Political Controversy
Israeli actress Anat Waxman, after facing backlash for controversial political remarks, offers guidance to aspiring actors to refocus on her career.
Democratic Party Faces Sharp Decline to Six Seats Amid Internal Discord and Extremist Views
Israel's Democratic Party is predicted to fall to six Knesset seats due to unrecognized candidates, extremist views, and internal discord, risking voter abandonment ahead of elect…
Internal Dispute in Israeli Democrats Party Over West Bank Terminology and Terror Attack Response
The Israeli Democrats party faced internal conflict over terminology and messaging after a terror attack near Gilad Farm in the West Bank. Candidate Gabi Leski challenged leader Y…
Keren Neubach's Podcast 'To the Limit' Offers Deep Dives Into Israeli Society and Politics
Keren Neubach's podcast "To the Limit" released four episodes this week covering Israeli societal and political issues, including US-Iran tensions affecting flights, a father-son…
Judge Noam Solberg Criticizes Democratic Party for Unequal Media Access During Primaries
Judge Noam Solberg condemned the Democratic Party for blocking a Channel 14 reporter from covering their primaries, urging all parties to allow equal media access during election…
Israeli Democratic Party Candidate Admits Using Hostages' Families for Political Messaging Abroad
Nava Rozolio, a candidate for Israel's Democratic Party, admitted in a leaked recording that left-wing activists used the families of hostages to spread anti-government messages i…
Former Democratic Party Candidate Ronen Tzur Criticizes Party's Radical Shift and Ideology
Ronen Tzur, former Democratic Party candidate, left the party citing its radical left-wing shift and ideological alignment with Offir Kassif. He criticized the party's approach to…
Father and Son Bridge Political Divide Between Likud and Meretz in New Podcast Episode
A new podcast episode features a Likud father and his Meretz-supporting son discussing their political divide shaped by personal experiences and family debates.
Netanyahu Faces Political Challenges Amid Rising Division and Search for Campaign Strategy
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is struggling to define his election campaign, using divisive rhetoric against political rivals and military leaders. His attacks on former IDF C…
Democrats Celebrate Major Primary Victory, Aim for 15 Knesset Seats
The Israeli Democratic Party held a major primary with over 110,000 voters, selecting a diverse and youthful Knesset list aiming for 15 seats. The event marked a revival of the le…
Legendary Israeli Broadcaster Haim Yavin Reveals He Voted for Meretz, Not Mapai
Haim Yavin, Israel's renowned TV broadcaster known as "Mr. Television," died at 93. Though long seen as a Mapai supporter, he revealed he actually voted for Meretz, surprising man…
Press Council Condemns Democrats Party for Blocking Channel 14 Reporter at Primaries
The Israeli Press Council criticized the Democrats party for blocking Channel 14 reporter Avraham Hasson from their primary event in Tel Aviv, urging all parties to allow free med…
Yair Golan Criticizes Israeli Government Inaction as Hamas Strengthens Daily
Yair Golan, leader of the Democratic Party, condemned the Israeli government's failure to act against Hamas following the October 7 attacks, warning that Hamas is growing stronger…
Israeli Political Scientist Sees Democrats Party Aiming to Influence Change Government Like Religious Zionists
Dr. Gail Telshir views Israel’s Democrats party as a coalition of Labor, Meretz, and protest leaders aiming to influence a potential change government similarly to the Religious Z…
Democrats Urged to Intensify Efforts After Primaries to Lead Israel Forward
After Israel's Democratic primaries, Dr. Nachman Shai calls for intensified grassroots efforts to unite the party and lead the country forward amid political challenges.
Democrats Block Channel 14 Reporter From Covering Tel Aviv Primaries Despite Court Order
Channel 14 reporter Avraham Hasson was barred from covering the Democratic Party primaries in Tel Aviv despite a court order mandating access, exposing the party's refusal to hono…
Extreme Democratic List Raises Concerns Over Potential Role in Gadi Eizenkot Government
Israel's Democratic Party, led by Yair Golan, is criticized for its extreme candidates who may join Gadi Eizenkot's government, raising security concerns. The party's radical memb…
Democrats Party Holds Record Primary with 112,000 Members Ahead of Israel's 26th Knesset Election
The Democrats party in Israel held primaries with a record 112,000 members voting to form their candidate list for the 26th Knesset elections, led by Yair Golan and featuring prom…
Democrats Party Primaries Set List with Pink, Ronen, and Redman Securing Key Spots
The Democrats party held digital primaries with over 112,000 voters, confirming Yair Golan as leader and placing Yaya Pink, Omri Ronen, and Moshe Redman in key list positions. Soc…
Democrats Party Primaries End With Incumbents Leading and Controversial Candidate Naor Narkis Excluded
The Democratic Party primaries led by Yair Golan ended with incumbents securing top spots and controversial candidate Naor Narkis placed low on the list, effectively excluding him…
Israeli Supreme Court Temporarily Blocks Key Provisions of Controversial Communications Law Amid Political Turmoil
The Israeli Supreme Court temporarily blocked key parts of the new Communications Law, igniting sharp political conflict. Justice Ofer Groskopf delayed certain provisions pending…
Israeli Opposition Unites in Anti-Haredi Campaign Amid Political Struggles
Ahead of Israel's elections, opposition parties have united in an anti-Haredi campaign, focusing on military conscription laws affecting yeshiva students. Despite internal governm…
Israel Faces Debate Over Voting Rights for Citizens Living Abroad Amid Global Trends
Israel is debating whether to expand voting rights for citizens living abroad, a practice common in many democracies. Current law restricts voting abroad to limited groups, while…
Yariv Oppenheimer Attacks Naor Narkis Ahead of Democratic Party Primaries
Yariv Oppenheimer criticized Naor Narkis ahead of the Democratic Party primaries, accusing him of ideological inconsistency and warning against his election due to past statements…
Israeli Democrats Prepare for Primaries Amidst Internal Battles and Peace Agenda
The Israeli Democratic Party is holding primaries with 51 candidates competing for 10-12 Knesset seats amid rising membership and a strong peace agenda. Leading MKs Lazimi, Kariv…
Sigalit Toldano Finds Spiritual Home in Judaism After Years Abroad and Mixed Marriage
Sigalit Toldano, raised in a left-wing Israeli family, spent nine years abroad married to a non-Jew before returning to Judaism in Israel. Her spiritual journey included exploring…
Moshe Redman Plans Internal Faction and Post-Election Split in Democratic Party
Moshe Redman is reportedly forming an internal faction within the Democratic Party to split off and create a new party after the upcoming Knesset elections, escalating internal te…
Democrats Party Sees Record Membership Ahead of 2026 Primaries
The Democrats party in Israel has reached a record 112,376 registered members ahead of its 2026 primaries, with 51 candidates competing for about seven seats. Voting will be digit…
Former MK Mosi Raz Confirms Hearing Naftali Bennett Support West Bank Outpost Evacuations
Former MK Mosi Raz confirmed hearing Naftali Bennett state that all illegal West Bank outposts and those on private land or outside Area C will be evacuated, expressing trust in B…
Democrats Party Primaries Highlight Yair Golan's Bid to Redefine Zionist Left
Yair Golan's Democrats party seeks to redefine Israel's Zionist left by blending veteran politicians with protest activists. Polls show stable support around 10-12 seats, but the…
Amichai Shikli Criticizes Gadi Eizenkot as Left-Wing Rival, Defends Right-Wing Credentials
Minister Amichai Shikli criticized Gadi Eizenkot as a hard-left political rival and questioned his political experience. Shikli also condemned former PM Naftali Bennett for breaki…
Former Patriot Panelist Musi Raz Cleared to Run in Meretz Slot in Democratic Party Primaries
The Democratic Party's appeals committee reinstated Musi Raz and Avi Dabush to run in the Meretz slot in the party's primaries after a technical registration error led to their in…
Former MK Mossi Raz Apologizes for False Tweet Amid Legal Challenge to Candidacy
Former MK Mossi Raz apologized for a false tweet and faces a legal challenge over his eligibility to run in the Democratic Party primaries due to alleged dual party membership bet…
Man Charged for Planning Attack on Former MK Mossi Raz in Lod
Asaf Israel Aryeh from Beersheba was charged for planning a paid violent attack on former MK Mossi Raz in Lod, including filming Raz's home and preparing weapons. He was arrested…
Democratic Party Faces Internal Allegations of Bias and Mismanagement Ahead of Primaries
The Israeli Democratic Party faces internal accusations of favoritism and mismanagement ahead of its primaries, with recordings and messages implicating CEO Omer Loveton and Chair…
Former MK Mossi Raz Faces Legal Challenge Over Eligibility in Democrats Party Primaries
Former MK Mossi Raz may be disqualified from running in the Democrats party primaries due to possible dual party membership, violating Israeli law. The legal review centers on his…
Netanyahu Near Collapse but Opposition Still Falls Short in Israel's Fragmented 2026 Election Race
Israel's 2026 elections remain highly fragmented with no bloc holding a majority. Vote wastage and party alliances will be decisive, with Netanyahu's coalition near collapse but o…
Israeli Public Trust in Trump Hits Historic Low Amid Iran Deal Concerns
A July 2026 survey shows Israeli trust in U.S. President Donald Trump at a historic low amid backlash over the Iran nuclear deal. Despite this, most Israelis still see the U.S. as…
Democratic Primaries Heat Up Amid Controversy Over Leading Candidate Somia Bashir
The Democratic Party primaries on July 20 are marked by fierce competition and controversy surrounding Somia Bashir, a leading candidate accused of irregular membership recruitmen…
Israeli Knesset Approves Expansion of Gender Segregation in Higher Education
The Israeli Knesset Education Committee approved a bill expanding gender segregation in higher education to master's and doctoral levels, allowing broader populations and separate…
Arel Segal Criticizes Left's Treatment of Moshe Reze Amid Party Dispute
Broadcaster Arel Segal criticized the left's harsh treatment of former MK Moshe Reze after his disqualification from the Meretz primaries by the Democratic Party's election commit…
