The current geopolitical trends demand that the next government functions in the regional and international arenas with a sophisticated combination of its economic, military and moral fortitude.

Analysis: Netanyahu succeeded in reviving Begin's Likud, making voters who didn't want to hear about him cast a ballot in his favor; now he has to make good on his pledge to be a PM for all.

Analysis: Netanyahu's reelection will likely result in Likud cooperating with ultranationalists, which does not bode well for the peace process or Israel's international operation.

Op-ed: Elections results reveal the naked truth: Leftists know very little about life outside Tel Aviv, the academia and the media.