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Israeli politics

Herzog Calls for Plea Deal with Netanyahu, Leading to Political Retirement
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Israeli President Isaac Herzog advocates for a plea deal in Netanyahu’s corruption trial, which could result in Netanyahu stepping down from politics and avoiding prison, aiming to ease tensions in […]

Netanyahu Dodges Testimony Deadline in Case Involving Shin Bet Chief
Israel’s Supreme Court has approved a delay for Prime Minister Netanyahu’s response to accusations that he sought to politicize the Shin Bet for personal and legal gain. The Israeli Supreme Court has approved Prime Minister […]

Shin Bet Chief’s Testimony Sparks Tel Aviv Protest Against Netanyahu
Thousands of Israelis protested in Tel Aviv, demanding Prime Minister Netanyahu’s resignation following shocking testimony from Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar about political interference. Thousands of Israelis demonstrated in Tel Aviv, demanding the resignation of […]

How Netanyahu’s Fight against His Own Intel Chief Impacts Gaza
By Robert Inlakesh Netanyahu has spent the course of the war clearing out all his rivals, from collapsing the emergency War Cabinet to purging his former Defense Minister and replacing him with an inexperienced loyalist. […]

‘Near Consensus – The Political Scene in Israel, as Reported in Israeli Media
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Israeli media highlights widening protests, including reservists and former security officials, who are demanding a ceasefire and the release of prisoners, and accusing the government of obstructing negotiations. Here is […]

Supreme Court Halts Shin Bet Chief’s Dismissal, Blocks Netanyahu’s Replacement
The Israeli Supreme Court has issued a precautionary order halting the dismissal of Ronen Bar, the current head of the Shin Bet internal security service. The order also prevents Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu from appointing […]

Civil War on the Horizon? The Ashkenazi-Sephardic Conflict and Israel’s Future
By Ramzy Baroud Though the Ashkenazis are losing most of their political power, they continue to hold most of their economic cards, which could lead to disruptive strikes and civil disobedience. The phrase “civil […]

Netanyahu Summoned to Testify in Qatar Probe as Two Aides Are Arrested
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Netanyahu left his corruption trial to testify in an investigation into possible connections between his aides and Qatar, as two of his senior advisers were arrested. On Monday, Israeli Prime […]

‘Kingdom’ is Collapsing – Israeli Newspapers on Civil War, Netanyahu’s Dictatorship
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Israeli analysts warn that Netanyahu’s dismissal of Shin Bet head Ronen Bar is leading Israel towards a civil war and potential dictatorship. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s decision to dismiss […]

Netanyahu Fires Shin Bet Chief – Ben-Gvir, Smotrich Welcome Decision
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has dismissed Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar, while police investigate former Shin Bet head Nadav Argaman following Netanyahu’s complaint. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office announced […]

Iran-Linked Hack Allegedly Exposes Data of Israeli Gun Owners – Israeli Media
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Israeli sources claim an Iran-linked cyberattack leaked sensitive data of gun owners, though the origins and implications remain under investigation. Israeli media and authorities have alleged that a hack-and-leak operation […]

Only 4% of Israelis Believe Gaza War Goals Achieved, Poll Reveals
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Amid the return of displaced Palestinians to northern Gaza, a new poll reveals deep divisions among Israelis over the war’s outcomes and the future of Netanyahu’s leadership. A poll conducted […]

‘Black Poll’ for Netanyahu: Majority of Israelis Call for His Resignation
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Poll results reveal mounting public discontent with Netanyahu’s leadership and a dramatic shift in Israel’s political landscape. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s Likud party would lose ground if Knesset elections […]

Gaza Ceasefire at Last: How Israel’s ‘First Defeat’ Will Shape the Country’s Future
By Ramzy Baroud Unlike previous military campaigns in Gaza—on a much smaller scale compared to the current genocidal war—there is no significant strand of Israeli society claiming victory. The headline in the Times of […]

Israeli Government Approves Gaza Ceasefire and Prisoner Exchange Deal
By Palestine Chronicle Staff The Israeli Cabinet approves a ceasefire deal with Gaza, despite fierce opposition from far-right coalition partners, while Gaza’s resistance accuses Israel of continuing atrocities. The Israeli government, under Prime Minister […]

Did Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu Undergo Prostate Cancer Surgery?
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Amid rumors about Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu’s prostate surgery, medical experts raise key questions about the procedure’s purpose and its potential implications for his health. Amid rumors circulating in both […]

Israelis Continue to Leave Country – Official Reports Indicate
By Palestine Chronicle Staff According to Michal Harel, who moved to Toronto in 2019, the “phone began ringing” almost immediately after October 7 with other Israelis wanting advice about moving to Canada. With thousands […]

‘On the Brink’ – Israeli Officials Accuse Netanyahu of Fueling Risk of Civil War
By Palestine Chronicle Staff “We are on the brink of shifting from a war against Israel’s enemies to a civil war.” Israeli opposition leader Benny Gantz and former Israeli Defense Minister Avigdor Liberman have […]

Netanyahu Knew All Along – Israeli Government Staffer Reveals All
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Eli Feldstein is accused of unlawfully acquiring sensitive military information and leaking it to influence public opinion. The lawyer representing Eli Feldstein, spokesperson for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s security […]

Netanyahu Seeks Shin Bet Intervention to Delay Testimony – Report
By Palestine Chronicle Staff The Shin Bet has reportedly refused to issue an immediate opinion supporting Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu’s argument. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office has requested the Shin Bet security service […]

Support for Netanyahu’s Likud Falls amid Rising Domestic Opposition – Poll
By Palestine Chronicle Staff The latest decline in the coalition’s popularity is attributed to several issues, including the ongoing war in the Gaza Strip and southern Lebanon. A new Israeli opinion poll shows the […]

10,000 Israelis Emigrated to Canada in 2024 – Figures Rise Five-Fold since 2023
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Between December 2023 and the end of September 2024, Canada approved 3,425 temporary work visas for Israelis out of 3,705 applications. An estimated 10,000 Israelis have emigrated to Canada this […]

The Reasons Behind Israel’s State of Collective Denial – Video Explainer
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Ramzy Baroud explains in this video the internal conflicts and contradictions that lead Israel into a state of collective denial. Israeli historian Ilan Pappé has been talking about the implosion […]

Corruption Trial – State Attorney Opposes Netanyahu’s Request to Delay Testimony
By Palestine Chronicle Staff The State Attorney’s Office conveyed to the Jerusalem District Court that it opposes Netanyahu’s postponement request. Israel’s State Attorney has opposed a request from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to delay […]

Itamar Ben-Gvir Fails to Censor Report Exposing His Private Messages
By Robert Inlakesh Some of the alleged information that was set to air was Itamar Ben-Gvir’s private admissions about the impossibility of completely defeating Hamas. Israel’s Security Minister, Itamar Ben-Gvir, has failed to win a […]

Israel’s Intelligence Problem – Netanyahu Takes Total Control
By Robert Inlakesh What could be more problematic for the Israeli government, however, is the potential negative outcomes of Benjamin Netanyahu having a free hand in his decision-making power and interpretation of intelligence information. The […]

Calls for Suspension – Israel’s National Security Chief Investigated for Bribery
By Palestine Chronicle Staff “It is unthinkable that a person being investigated on suspicion of bribery would continue to hold such a sensitive and significant position.” Israel’s National Security Adviser Tzachi Hanegbi is under […]

Clashes and Arrests – Israeli Protesters Take to the Streets over Gallant’s Dismissal
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Thousands of Israelis took to the streets on Tuesday night in protest over the dismissal of Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, shutting down Tel Aviv’s […]

Crisis in Israel – Netanyahu’s Officials Arrested for Serious ‘Security Case’
By Romana Rubeo Officials in Netanyahu’s office are accused of tampering with classified materials, orchestrating misinformation campaigns, and compromising security protocols. On Sunday evening, the Israeli Broadcasting Authority (KAN) reported on the arrests of […]

‘No Civilian Presence’ – Smotrich Calls for Full Annexation, Expulsion of Palestinians
By Palestine Chronicle Staff The finance minister suggested a plan to expand illegal Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank as a sign to “the entire world that a Palestinian state will not be […]