Newsroom
JDN
JDN is a haredi news outlet. We translate its reports into English and compare them with 43 other newsrooms.
Group in the coverage barHaredi pressIts own lean is rated Right.
Language and baseHebrew · Jerusalem
The last 30 days
1,151reports translated
54%first to report
123 mintypical time behind the first report
100%carry a named author
1%opinion and analysis
Why not a score? These are rates we can recompute. A single number would hide whether a newsroom is slow, unnamed, or mostly reprints. How we measure
How JDN writes
JDN's tone this month is neutral, close to the rest of the Haredi press. On the IDF, Netanyahu, the police, Hamas and the Knesset its wording is in step with the other newsrooms.
From 1,159 reports this month, judged without the newsroom's name. How this is measuredOnly JDN had it
Eisenkot Declares Netanyahu 'Transitional Premier Without Mandate'Politics · 38m agoTrump Claims His Endorsement Reversed Israeli Election OutcomePolitics · 53m agoLikud Leads in Early Election Results, Nearing MajorityPolitics · 1h agoBig stories JDN skipped
Israel Votes After Four Years; Turnout Reaches 16.68%Covered by 20 newsroomsNetherlands Withdraws from Eurovision 2027 Over Israel's ParticipationCovered by 19 newsroomsElection Day Spending Surges 37% as Israelis Flock to MallsCovered by 18 newsroomsLatest from JDN
Politics · 10m ago · also in 7 newsroomsRecord Soldier Turnout in Israeli Knesset ElectionsNearly 80% of Israeli soldiers voted in the 26th Knesset elections, a 6.2% increase from the previous election. Over 890 polling stations, including mobile units, were set up across Israel to facilitate voting over nearly a week. The soldiers' ballots are considered "double envelopes" and could impact the final seat allocation.Politics · 15m agoMinor Party Leader Surpasses Former MK in Knesset Election Vote CountIn the ongoing vote count for Israel's 26th Knesset elections, Sharser HaMelech's "Sharser for Love and People's Unity" party has surpassed Sharren Haskel's "Israel First" party, securing 343 votes to Haskel's 127. Haskel's campaign included a controversial video against the Haredi community. Other small parties, including those led by Yoaz Hendel and Opher Winter, have garnered tens of thousands of votes but remain below the electoral threshold.Politics · 31m ago · also in 2 newsroomsFinal Election Results Expected Tomorrow With Double Envelope VotesThe Central Elections Committee expects to finish counting most regular and special "double envelope" votes by tomorrow afternoon, which will clarify the Knesset seat distribution and parties near the electoral threshold. Official results are due within eight days, after which the President will begin consultations for government formation. The 26th Knesset is slated to be sworn in on November 10, 2026.Politics · 38m agoEisenkot Declares Netanyahu 'Transitional Premier Without Mandate'Gadi Eisenkot, chairman of Yisrael Beiteinu, declared Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu a transitional premier without a mandate following preliminary election results. Eisenkot urged security and civil service leaders to stand firm and not use national security for political ends. He promised to work for all Israelis and lead the country into a new era.Politics · 53m agoTrump Claims His Endorsement Reversed Israeli Election OutcomeFormer U.S. President Donald Trump asserted his public endorsement of Benjamin Netanyahu just before the Israeli elections dramatically altered the outcome. Trump claimed his support turned a potential defeat for the right-wing bloc into a close race or even a victory, attributing the shift to his intervention for the good of the region and the U.S.Politics · 57m ago · also in 2 newsroomsSmall Parties Fail to Cross Election Threshold, Wasting Thousands of VotesDozens of thousands of votes were wasted in the Israeli Knesset elections as numerous small parties failed to pass the 3.25% electoral threshold. The Hendel-Zalicha party received the most votes among the failed parties with 28,125, followed by Ofer Vinter's Am Israel party with 17,442. Votes for parties below the threshold are void and impact the final seat distribution for those that did pass.Politics · 1h agoLikud Leads in Early Election Results, Nearing MajorityPrime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud party is leading in Israel's Knesset elections with nearly a third of votes counted, projecting 59 seats for his bloc, just short of a majority. The high voter turnout reached nearly 77.7%. Netanyahu called for a right-wing government, opposing reliance on Arab parties. The counting of remaining ballots is continuing.Culture · 4h agoWedding Celebrates Granddaughter of Ozherov RebbeA wedding celebration was held for the granddaughter of the Ozherov Rebbe, a significant event for the Hasidic community. The celebration marked a continuation of lineage and tradition for the dynasty.Culture · 5h agoWedding Celebrates Grandson of Pardes Katz RabbiA wedding was held for the grandson of the Grand Rabbi of Pardes Katz. The event was a joyous occasion for the community and the rabbi's family. Specific details about the date and attendees were not included in the report.Politics · 6h agoUnderstanding Israel's Complex Post-Election Government Formation ProcessFollowing Israeli elections, the initial exit poll results are followed by a lengthy process of counting regular and "double envelope" ballots, which can significantly alter seat distribution. After official results are published, the President consults parties to assign a mandate for government formation. The designated MK has 28 days, extendable, to negotiate coalition agreements. If unsuccessful, other candidates or a 61-MK proposal can be attempted before new elections are called. The new government requires a Knesset vote of confidence.Politics · 6h ago · also in 3 newsroomsEisenkot Declares Victory, Calls for Change and New GovernmentGadi Eisenkot, chairman of the "Yashar!" party, declared victory based on exit polls, stating the public voted for change and against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's continued leadership. Eisenkot vowed to form a "Zionist enlistment government" and rejected further elections, urging security officials to remain steady. Analysts suggest Eisenkot faces a complex political challenge in forming a coalition.Politics · 8h agoShas Chairman Aryeh Deri Thanks Supporters, Awaits Final Election ResultsShas Chairman Aryeh Deri thanked supporters and activists following the release of Israeli election exit polls. He urged patience for the final results, stating Shas's own data shows a strong performance. Deri credited "hundreds of thousands of Israeli citizens from all sectors" for their votes and acknowledged the efforts of rabbis and activists.Politics · 8h agoAgudat Yisrael Leaders Celebrate Election Night, Vow Continued ActivityAgudat Yisrael leaders and activists held an election night gathering to review their campaign efforts and discuss future plans. MK Meir Porush declared the party active and strong within Haredi communities, estimating over 300,000 votes for United Torah Judaism. The meeting emphasized strengthening the party's presence in Israel, with final election results still unknown.Politics · 8h ago · also in 2 newsroomsPollster Predicts Right-Wing Bloc Majority Amidst Record TurnoutPollster Shlomo Filber predicts a potential majority for the right-wing bloc led by Benjamin Netanyahu following record 77.7% voter turnout in Israel's 26th Knesset elections. His analysis suggests Avigdor Lieberman's Yisrael Beiteinu party might fall below the electoral threshold, which could shift Knesset seats and grant Netanyahu a stable majority. The outcome hinges on the final vote count, with parties anxiously awaiting results.Politics · 8h agoShas Chairman Deri Delivers Cautious Written Message Amidst Exit PollsShas Chairman Aryeh Deri issued a cautious written message to activists instead of a victory speech after exit polls showed a significant drop in the party's support. Deri thanked voters and party workers, urging them to await the final results, which he believes will be "very good." The move has fueled speculation about Shas's future political maneuvering, particularly regarding potential coalition negotiations.Security · 8h ago · also in 4 newsroomsFamily Rescued From Flash Floods in Gush EtzionA family of six, including two parents and four children, was rescued from flash floods in eastern Gush Etzion after their vehicle became trapped during a desert excursion. Rescue teams located the family, who were unharmed, and safely extricated them. This was one of three separate flood-related incidents in the Judean Desert streams that day, with no reported injuries.Politics · 8h agoIsraeli Election Exit Polls Spark Uncertainty, Political Reactions Pour InExit polls in Israel show no clear majority for either political bloc, leading to significant political tension. Mansour Abbas of Ra'am highlighted his party's key position, while analysts noted surprise in both major camps. Several party leaders, including Shaul Meridor and Yair Golan, called for government change, while Avigdor Lieberman questioned the poll's accuracy. The final results, especially concerning double envelopes, are expected to be crucial.Politics · 8h ago · also in 16 newsroomsRecord Turnout in Israeli Elections: 77.7% Voted by Poll ClosingA record 77.7% of eligible voters participated in Israel's 26th Knesset elections, with 5,695,682 citizens casting ballots by the 10:00 PM deadline. This turnout is a 7.1% increase from the previous election and the highest in 24 years. The Central Elections Committee thanked voters and staff as ballot counting began, with official results to be released progressively.Security · 9h agoBnei Brak Protests Erupt Over Arrest, Blocking Major HighwayProtests erupted in Bnei Brak following the arrest of a young man accused of assaulting police officers. The ensuing clashes led to injuries among demonstrators and the blocking of Highway 4, causing severe traffic jams. Additional police forces were deployed to manage the situation and clear the highway.Politics · 9h agoEisenkot Eyed for Government Formation Amid Political ManeuveringGadi Eisenkot, chairman of the "Yashar!" party, is being positioned by some as the likely candidate to form Israel's next government following the 26th Knesset elections. Political analysts suggest Eisenkot may have an advantage in recommendations to the President, despite Likud remaining the largest party. Potential coalition scenarios include a unity government with Benjamin Netanyahu, which is seen as unlikely, or forming a government with other bloc partners, facing internal leadership rivalries. Consultations are set to begin at the President's Residence.Politics · 9h ago · also in 5 newsroomsVoting Concludes in Israel's 26th Knesset Elections, Vote Counting BeginsVoting for Israel's 26th Knesset elections has concluded, and the Central Elections Committee has begun counting the ballots. Results will be updated in real-time, with partial figures subject to change as the process continues. External envelope votes will be counted separately after verification, and an estimated seat distribution will be provided after half a million votes are tallied. The election integrity unit handled approximately 10,000 reports during the voting day.Politics · 10h ago · also in 19 newsroomsIsraeli Election Exit Polls Show No Clear Majority for Any BlocExit polls from Israel's 26th Knesset elections indicate no bloc has secured a majority, leading to political uncertainty. Gadi Eisenkot is expected to receive the mandate to form a government, aiming for a broad coalition. Opposition leader Yair Lapid hailed the results as a public decision. Potential scenarios include a minority government, a unity government, or new elections.Politics · 10h ago · also in 2 newsroomsElection Polls Show Tight Race, Netanyahu Bloc Narrowly AheadExit polls from Israel's 2026 elections show a fragmented political landscape with no clear winner. The Likud party consistently led in most polls, but no bloc achieved a majority. Projections indicate a close race between major parties like Yesh Atid and Yamina, with several smaller parties also passing the electoral threshold. The results suggest complex coalition negotiations will follow.Politics · 11h agoSephardic Leaders Vote for Shas PartySenior Sephardic rabbis and scholars voted for the Shas party on October 27, 2026. The event highlighted community engagement with the political movement. The article provided limited details on the vote's specifics or outcomes.Politics · 11h ago · also in 5 newsroomsRecord Voter Turnout in Israeli Elections, Polling Hours UnchangedIsraeli elections for the 26th Knesset have seen historic voter turnout, with 74.3% of eligible voters casting ballots by 8:00 PM. This marks an 8% increase from the previous election and the highest rate in four decades. Despite heavy crowds at polling stations nationwide, officials decided not to extend voting hours past the 10:00 PM deadline.Politics · 11h agoRecord Voter Turnout Reported Among Israeli InmatesA record 88.7% of eligible inmates voted in Israeli Prison Service facilities, a notable increase from the previous election's 80% turnout. The voting was conducted under strict security and order. This marks a significant rise in participation among the incarcerated population.Politics · 11h agoJDN Barometer to Display All News Polls as Voting ClosesAs voting ends, ballot counting begins, with results to be published gradually. The JDN "Barometer" will display polls from five news channels at 10:00 PM, followed by real-time election results. An estimated final outcome will be presented after half a million votes are counted.Politics · 12h ago · also in 7 newsroomsArab Israeli Voter Turnout Surge May Impact Election Bloc BalanceVoter turnout for Israel's 26th Knesset elections saw a significant increase, reaching 66.7% by 6 PM, up from 57.7% in 2022. Arab and Bedouin communities experienced the largest surge, with turnout already exceeding 2015 levels. While increases were also seen in Jewish communities, the significant rise in Arab turnout is projected to potentially influence the balance of political blocs, though the final impact depends on vote distribution. The vote count is underway, with results to be published gradually.Politics · 12h agoElections Committee Member Warns of Potential Loss of Haredi MandatesAvraham Yustman, a member of the Central Elections Committee, warned that high voter turnout in non-Haredi sectors could reduce the number of Knesset seats for Haredi parties. He noted historically high turnout in left-wing and Arab communities, while expressing concern that the Haredi sector must achieve over 90% turnout to maintain its current representation if the national average reaches 80%. Yustman also suggested that United Torah Judaism might lose a potential eighth seat, and smaller parties are unlikely to pass the electoral threshold. Final results are expected by Thursday evening.Politics · 12h agoTop Rabbi Urges Haredi Public to Vote Amid Low Turnout ConcernsRabbi Dov Lando, a prominent Haredi leader, made an urgent appeal for increased voter turnout amid concerns over low participation in the Haredi public. Updated data shows a significant surge in voting among the Arab sector (64.3%) and the left-wing bloc (62.2%), while the right-wing bloc saw a smaller increase (59.4%). These figures have heightened anxieties within right-wing and Haredi circles, prompting last-minute calls for voters to head to the polls.More from JDN