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Hebrew daily newspaper and news site published in Tel Aviv. It publishes in English: we summarize its reports, link to the originals and compare them with 43 other newsrooms.
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Haaretz English's tone this month is neutral, close to the rest of the left-wing press. On Netanyahu, Eisenkot, the police, the Knesset and the IDF its wording is in step with the other newsrooms.
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Netanyahu's History of Exploiting Unity Deals Raises Opposition ConcernsPolitics · 42m agoNetanyahu Seeks Unity Government on His Terms After Election LossPolitics · 58m agoOtzma Yehudit Official Questioned for Assaulting PoliceSecurity · 4h agoBig stories Haaretz English skipped
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Politics · 42m agoNetanyahu's History of Exploiting Unity Deals Raises Opposition ConcernsPrime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's history of exploiting unity government deals is raising concerns for the current opposition. A 2019 meeting between Netanyahu, then-President Reuven Rivlin, and former IDF Chief of Staff Benny Gantz is highlighted as an example of past political maneuvering. The opposition is advised to learn from these precedents.Politics · 58m agoNetanyahu Seeks Unity Government on His Terms After Election LossPrime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is pushing for a "unity" government after losing his majority in a recent election. He is urging political rival Gadi Eisenkot to join, but only under conditions set by Netanyahu. This move comes after Netanyahu and his allies reportedly waged an incitement campaign against opponents.Politics · 6h agoNetanyahu and Eisenkot Parties to Negotiate Unity GovernmentNegotiators for Gadi Eisenkot's Yashar party and Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud party will meet Sunday to discuss a potential unity government. Eisenkot has accused Netanyahu's unity government push of being a "bluff" intended to block a new government and the replacement of the Knesset speaker.Politics · 8h ago · also in 1 newsroomIsraeli Mayor Rami Greenberg to Face Bribery ChargesPetah Tikva Mayor Rami Greenberg is expected to face bribery, fraud, and breach of trust charges pending a hearing. He is suspected of receiving over 1 million shekels in benefits from businessmen in 2018 in exchange for official actions. The State Prosecutor's Office announced the decision on Sunday.Politics · 15h agoEisenkot Bloc Aims to Repeal Judicial Overhaul, Elect New Knesset SpeakerGadi Eisenkot's bloc plans to use its new Knesset majority to repeal judicial overhaul laws passed by the outgoing government. The bloc will also work to elect a new Knesset speaker this week. Special committees will be formed to reverse the legislation, with finance and defense committee chairs to be appointed Monday and the speaker vote on Tuesday.Politics · 18h ago · also in 5 newsroomsTrump, Putin, Xi to Hold Unprecedented Summit on Iran War in ChinaU.S. President Donald Trump will meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping in China next week for an unprecedented summit. The leaders will discuss the war with Iran and a potential nuclear arms agreement. The meeting comes amid heightened global tensions and involves the leaders of the world's three largest nuclear powers.Politics · 22h agoEisenkot Bloc Aims to Repeal Judicial Overhaul, Elect New Knesset SpeakerGadi Eisenkot's bloc plans to use its new Knesset majority to repeal judicial overhaul laws passed by the outgoing government. The bloc will also appoint chairs for the finance and defense committees on Monday. A vote for the new Knesset speaker is scheduled for Tuesday as government formation talks continue.Politics · 1d ago · also in 1 newsroomEisenkot Dismisses Netanyahu's Unity Offer as 'Bluff'Yashar leader Gadi Eisenkot called Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's plea for a national unity government a "bluff" on Saturday. Eisenkot, tasked with forming a government, announced that talks with Likud were set for Sunday. He urged Likud and Religious Zionism to back Yashar's candidate for Knesset speaker.Politics · 1d ago · also in 24 newsroomsNetanyahu Asks Eisenkot to Discuss Unity Government Without PreconditionsPrime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called on Yashar leader Gadi Eisenkot to hold talks on a national unity government without preconditions. Netanyahu argued that a narrow government or one backed by Arab parties would be unable to confront the threat from Iran. The prime minister made the appeal on Saturday evening.Politics · 1d agoIsraeli Scholar Links Islam's Rise in Europe to Far-Right GrowthIsraeli scholar Dr. Dina Lisnyansky is researching the growing influence of Islam in Europe and its connection to the rise of the far right. She notes that increased Muslim presence is met with growing opposition and a surge in far-right political movements. Lisnyansky is examining how Muslim and European values are beginning to merge.Politics · 1d agoIsrael's Future Compared to Apartheid South AfricaAn article compares Israel's potential international standing to that of apartheid South Africa, suggesting sanctions could impact Israel as they did the former regime. It details the National Party's long-standing political power in South Africa, which enforced apartheid from 1948 to 1994. The party maintained significant parliamentary majorities, even in its later years.Politics · 2d agoBiden Claims Netanyahu Ignored Gaza Civilian Casualty PleasFormer U.S. President Joe Biden claims in his new memoir that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ignored his pleas to limit civilian casualties in Gaza. Biden stated that Netanyahu would promise to do more, but aggressive actions leading to civilian deaths continued. The excerpts were published by CNN on Friday.Politics · 2d ago · also in 4 newsroomsVan Hollen Challenges Schumer for Democratic Leadership Amid Israel DebateSenator Chris Van Hollen announced Thursday he is challenging Minority Leader Chuck Schumer for Democratic leadership. His long-shot bid centers on party divisions, particularly concerning the U.S.-Israel relationship and the Iran war. Both progressive and moderate Democrats are backing Van Hollen's challenge.Politics · 2d ago · also in 2 newsroomsPolice Chief Appoints Officers Amid Minister's ObjectionsPolice Commissioner Danny Levy is appointing officers to senior roles without National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir's approval, who deems the moves illegal. Levy insists vacancies must be filled, while police sources suggest he is seeking favor with Ben-Gvir's potential successor to extend his term.Politics · 2d agoEisenkot Slams Netanyahu's 'Racist and Violent' Campaign Against Arab CitizensOpposition lawmaker Gadi Eisenkot accused Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of launching a "racist and violent" campaign against Arab citizens and their Knesset representatives. Eisenkot stated that the prime minister must represent all citizens and vowed to prevent the defamation of the Arab public.Politics · 2d agoNetanyahu Urged to Claim Election Fraud by Ex-Pundit AllyLawmaker Jacob Bardugo is urging Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to claim Arab Israeli parties stole the October Knesset election, employing a "Trump-style playbook." Netanyahu recently spoke of "serious suspicions" of foreign involvement and money used to rig the election. Some of Netanyahu's advisors are concerned this approach could be disastrous.Politics · 2d ago · also in 4 newsroomsVan Hollen Challenges Schumer for U.S. Senate Democratic LeaderU.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen announced he will challenge Chuck Schumer for Senate Majority Leader, citing his criticism of Israel. Schumer, who has led Senate Democrats since 2017, expressed confidence in retaining his leadership position. Schumer is the highest-ranking Jewish elected official in the U.S.Politics · 2d agoLieberman Vows to Block Politically Motivated Iran WarOpposition leader Avigdor Lieberman vowed Friday to prevent a "politically motivated" war with Iran. He is scheduled to become head of the Knesset's Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee on Monday. The statement follows a security briefing held Thursday by Prime Minister Netanyahu and Eisenkot.Politics · 2d agoNetanyahu's Power Play Risks Igniting Old ConflictsIsrael's outgoing government, political opponents, and defense establishment are in an unprecedented state of conflict. Prime Minister Netanyahu's bid for power is reportedly increasing incitement, risking attacks on political blocs and settler violence. Meanwhile, criticism of Israel is now mainstream in the U.S., with calls for violence coming from various political sources.Politics · 2d agoEisenkot Aims to Form Government, Counter NetanyahuYashar party chief Gadi Eisenkot is attempting to form a new government to replace Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Eisenkot's proposed coalition would include 56 Knesset members, surpassing Netanyahu's current 53 seats. The United Arab List and Joint List of Arab parties are key to this potential majority. The article also mentions internal Likud dynamics and potential offers to Avigdor Lieberman.Politics · 2d ago · also in 3 newsroomsShawn Mendes Accuses Israel of Genocide in Gaza, Urges Support for PalestineCanadian singer Shawn Mendes declared on Instagram that a genocide is happening in Gaza and urged an end to the killing, calling for donations to Palestinian relief. His comments emerged as rapper Macklemore reported that nine U.S. venues refused to host his "Free Palestine Tour."Politics · 2d agoEisenkot Bloc to Form Knesset Committees to Repeal Judicial Overhaul LawsAn opposition bloc led by Gadi Eisenkot plans to form special Knesset committees next week to repeal laws from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's previous government that underpinned the judicial overhaul. A vote on establishing these committees is expected Monday. The bloc is also discussing forming a committee, possibly headed by the Joint List, to address issues affecting Arab society. Some High Court injunctions on the overhaul have expired.Politics · 2d agoLapid Urges Government Formation, Citing 'National Irresponsibility'Yair Lapid stated that failing to form a government would be "unforgivable national irresponsibility." He argued at a Yesh Atid conference that any coalition is better than none, calling the alternative "madness." Prime Minister Bennett has not yet clarified his stance on potential coalition support.Politics · 2d agoIsrael Bars French Politician Mélenchon Over Gaza Flotilla StanceIsrael's Foreign Ministry announced Tuesday it will bar French politician Jean-Luc Mélenchon from entering the country due to his call for French ships to escort Gaza aid flotillas. The ministry accused Mélenchon of spreading "blood libels against Israel." This move is part of a pattern of reciprocal entry bans, following France's ban on a settler leader and Israel's prior barring of British politicians.Politics · 3d ago · also in 2 newsroomsChabad Rabbi's Ruling on Killing Jewish Politicians Sparks OutrageA prominent Chabad rabbi in Israel issued a religious ruling invoking a doctrine that permits lethal force against Jewish politicians cooperating with Arab parties. The ruling, which surfaced Thursday, has drawn condemnation from former security chiefs who are urging police to investigate incitement to murder. The Chabad movement has sought to distance itself from the rabbi's controversial statement.Politics · 3d ago · also in 4 newsroomsCourt Boosts Damages for Journalist Drucker in Defamation Case Against Netanyahu AlliesAn appeals court has increased damages for journalist Raviv Drucker in a defamation case against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's allies by over $18,000. The Tel Aviv District Court ruled that pro-Netanyahu Channel 14's online publications exposed defamatory claims to additional audiences. The ruling rejected appeals by Likud lawmaker Jacob Bardugo and two other Channel 14 presenters.Politics · 3d ago · also in 12 newsroomsLawmaker's Mother States He'll Quit Knesset Over Arab Party CoalitionMiriam Peretz, mother of Yashar lawmaker Elyasaf Peretz, announced he would resign from the Knesset if his party joins a coalition with an Arab party. She clarified he would not rule out supporting a government that receives external backing from Arab parties. This statement was made on Thursday.Politics · 3d agoNetanyahu Accused of Ethnic Incitement Over Terror ClaimsPrime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's accusations against Arab leaders for supporting terror are labeled as ethnic incitement. Arab party leaders in Israel have reportedly shown no concern or surprise in response to these claims. The article implies that a closer look is needed to identify genuine terror supporters.Politics · 3d agoRecord Knesset Seats for Women Mask Deep Gender DivideA record number of women have been elected to the Knesset, yet they still represent only 27.5 percent of MKs, with no woman leading a party. Netanyahu's bloc has only 13 percent women, and two parties bar female candidates. Religious radicalization is cited as a factor weakening women's political roles.Politics · 3d agoIsrael Broadens Departure Grants to All African NationalsIsrael's Population and Immigration Authority is expanding its voluntary departure grant program to all African nationals, offering $3,500 to encourage them to leave. This move comes after a 20 percent decrease in assisted departures in 2025. Eritreans made up the vast majority of those leaving from African countries.More from Haaretz English