Benjamin Netanyahu's ratings have recovered from the abyss of the first six months after October 7. But amid his assault on Israeli democracy, and defiance of overwhelming public support for a cease-fire and hostage deal in Gaza, the prime minister can't break through the crucial polling ceiling – for now

Those in Jerusalem prematurely celebrating Trump's slew of political appointees should take note: other more under-the-radar nominees could well have an adverse impact on the U.S.-Israel policy they wish to see

Eight nights, eight categories, never-ending discussion. From the Dubai chocolate-inspired to a chopped liver version and the instant classic carrot cake sufganiya: these are the doughnuts driving Israel's annual deep fried discourse

Officially, Shlomi Heisler is stepping down due to a health problem that kept him away from his job for several weeks, but beyond that he was unhappy with the conduct of Smotrich and his aides

With the Gaza war still raging, and Israel and Hezbollah's exchange of rockets a recent memory, Christians across the country are trying to maintain a semblance of normalcy during the holiday, while hoping for a time of true celebration

The Israeli prime minister passed the buck once more – this time to his wife, who he says was responsible for most of the attempts to interfere in media coverage