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Main Netanyahu Challenger to Launch Israel Election Bid

January 30, 2019 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

A former Israeli military chief regarded as the only serious challenger to Prime Minister Netanyahu was set to formally unveil his election campaign.

Israel Says it Can Foil Foreign Election Meddling Amid Scare

January 10, 2019 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Israel’s internal security service says it was prepared to thwart any foreign intervention in the upcoming elections, as suspicions were made on Russia.

Netanyahu Corruption Probes Hit Snag on State’s Witnesses

January 9, 2019 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Israeli PM Netanyahu, contesting an April election under shadow of possible corruption charges, demanded Monday to confront state’s witnesses against him.

Parliament Votes to Dissolve Israeli Parliament and Hold Early Elections

December 27, 2018 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Israeli legislators voted 102 to 2 Wednesday in favor of dissolving parliament and to hold a general election six months ahead of schedule on April 9.

Scandals Brewing, Netanyahu Calls Early Election for April

December 25, 2018 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Prime Minister Benjamin calls early elections for April, setting the stage for a three-month campaign clouded by a series of corruption investigations.

Saudi Friend of Khashoggi Sues Israeli Surveillance Firm

December 4, 2018 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Saudi friend sues Israeli surveillance firm, claiming its sophisticated spyware targeted and helped lead to the killing of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi.