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Jonathan Pollard Joins Sharren Haskel’s Israel First Party Ahead of 2026 Elections
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First reported by Behadrei Haredim · 2 hours ago
What happened
Jonathan Pollard, former U.S. Navy intelligence analyst convicted of spying for Israel, has joined Sharren Haskel’s Israel First party. He announced his support near Jerusalem’s Western Wall, citing recent national crises as motivation. Haskel praised Pollard’s commitment and welcomed his political involvement ahead of the 2026 elections.
- 01Jonathan Pollard officially joins Sharren Haskel’s Israel First party in August 2026.
- 02Pollard announced his political ambitions earlier in June 2026.
- 03He cited October 7 events as a reason for supporting new leadership.
- 04Haskel called Pollard’s support a significant boost and honor for the party.
- 05Pollard served 30 years in U.S. prison for espionage before immigrating to Israel.
- 06The announcement was made near the Western Wall in Jerusalem.
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Full coverage · 10 outlets
The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.
N12Center · Hebrew54 minutes ago
Jonathan Pollard Joins Sharren Haskel’s Israel First Party Ahead of 2026 Elections
MakoCenter · Hebrew54 minutes ago
Jonathan Pollard Joins Sharren Haskel’s Israel First Party Ahead of 2026 Elections
Channel 13Center · Hebrew1 hour ago
Jonathan Pollard Joins MK Sharren Haskel's Israel First Party Ahead of Elections
MaarivCenter · Hebrew1 hour ago
Jonathan Pollard Joins Israel First Party, Supports Sharren Haskel for 2026 Elections
SrugimRight · Hebrew1 hour ago
Former Spy Jonathan Pollard Joins Israeli Politics with 'Israel First' Party
Kikar HaShabbatRight · Hebrew1 hour ago
Jonathan Pollard Joins Former MK Sharren Haskel’s Israel First Party Citing October 7 Betrayal
Arutz ShevaRight · Hebrew1 hour ago
Jonathan Pollard Joins 'Israel First' Party, Supports Sharren Haskel Ahead of Elections
WallaCenter · Hebrew1 hour ago
Jonathan Pollard Joins Sharren Haskel’s Israel First Party Ahead of 2026 Elections
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