Official results are not yet in, but exit polls indicate a solid lead by Netanyahu's Likud party over Gantz's Blue and White party. (36-67 seats for Likud, 33 for Blue and White) The right block also leads the left by 59-60 to 54. Yisrael Beytenu seems to have garnered 7 seats, enough to push either …
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A Few Thoughts as Israelis Prepare to Go to the Polls
Netanyahu and Gantz battle it out in Israel On Monday, Israelis go to the polls for the third time in about a year, and the gloves have come off as the two major candidates go at it. Here are some thoughts, and a few prayer points. Netanyahu has done more to put Israel on the …
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“Deal of the Century” Released…but What will Come of It?
This morning President Trump released his administration's "Deal of the Century," which includes a two-state solution. Some will love the deal, others will hate it. Some have already accepted it, some rejected it even before it was announced. It remains to be seen how it will play out. However, there are very strong political implications. …
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Netanyahu and Gantz Headed to the White House
Netanyahu prepares to travel to the White House President Trump is scheduled to meet with both Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Blue and White party leader, Benny Gantz, tomorrow (Monday). They are set to discuss the Trump administration's "Deal of the Century." Both leaders are en route from Jerusalem at the time of this …
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Looking for the Blessed Hope 