Israeli Political Debate Returns to Old Rivalries Despite Calls for Post-October Reset
How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
By פרופ משה כהן-אליה
First reported by Maariv · Aug 8, 2026
What happened
After the October 7 crisis, Israeli political leaders promised a reset but quickly reverted to old rivalries ahead of upcoming elections. Professor Moshe Cohen-Eliya argues Israel needs a new right-wing liberal party focused on a clear national vision rather than leadership disputes. He highlights the gap between Israel’s changing social fabric and its institutional power, calling for a new elite that balances tradition with modern liberal values. The future political order must emerge from foundational ideas, not personal ambitions.
- 01Israeli leaders promised a post-October 7 reset but returned to old political rivalries.
- 02Professor Moshe Cohen-Eliya calls for a right-wing liberal party with a clear national vision.
- 03He highlights a gap between Israel’s social changes and institutional power structures.
- 04Independent institutions must respect popular sovereignty in democratic governance.
- 05The new political elite should blend tradition with liberal, forward-looking values.
- 06The upcoming elections should focus on foundational change, not personal ambitions.
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