BBC World
Oct 25, 2026
Deeply divided Israel braces for pivotal election
After three years of regional war, this is a battle Israel always knew was coming, writes Lucy Williamson.
Geopolitics
BBC World
Oct 25, 2026
Why Israel's election is one of the most important in its history
Security and democracy emerge as central issues in Israel's highly anticipated general election, as Middle East correspondent Lucy Williamson reports.
NPR News
Oct 25, 2026
Israelis have changed. Will they change their leadership?
Israel is holding a general election this week after years of war. For many Israelis, shaken by the Oct. 7, 2023, attacks and years of war, it is the most consequential in decades.
BBC World
Oct 25, 2026
Musk says SpaceX restricted Ukraine's Starlink connection as service restored
The tech billionaire accuses Ukraine of violating its terms of service by using the network for military activity.
BBC World
Oct 25, 2026
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.