Israelis prepare to vote in one of the most pivotal elections in the country’s history
Security and democracy emerge as central issues in Israel's highly anticipated general election, as Middle East correspondent Lucy Williamson reports.
How do Israel’s elections work and who are the main contenders?
Israel heads to the polls on Tuesday for what many view as one of the most pivotal elections in the country's history.
The Political Upstarts That May Decide Israel’s Election
Frustrated with the polarization of the Netanyahu era, voters look for ways to create change.
Israel to close West Bank crossings on election day as crackdown escalates
The Israeli Defense Forces announces restrictions on the movement of Palestinian workers in the run-up to Tuesday's election.
The bitter row over military service that could shape Israel’s future
The ultra-Orthodox community is resisting being drafted into the Israeli army. But will they now bring down the Netanyahu government?
Bulldozers tear down home as Israel cracks down in the West Bank
Bulldozers tore down Palestinian businessman Riyad Mureish’s home in Hebron in the occupied West Bank on Friday, as Israeli officials launched a fresh crackdown on residents there.
Palestinian families displaced as Israeli forces demolish Hebron homes, local officials say
The crackdown follows the killing of two Israeli soldiers by two Palestinian gunmen on Friday - and comes just days ahead of Israel's election.
Palestinian families displaced as Israeli forces demolish Hebron homes
The crackdown follows the killing of two Israeli soldiers by two Palestinian gunmen on Friday - and comes just days ahead of Israel's election.
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The Great Schlep
Tens of thousands of Israelis living abroad are flying back to cast votes in what many describe as the most pivotal election in the country’s history.