Challenges Facing Israel’s New Netanyahu Government – Part 1

After 5 failed or short-term elections since April 2019, and following 2 months of negotiations to form a government, Benjamin Netanyahu has succeeded in regaining premiership in Israel. However, the world, including Israel, is a much different place than it was back in 2019, so don't expect the ride to be a smooth one for …

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Day 28: 31 Days of Prayer for Israel – Righteous Leadership

Along with an administration under stress, the Israeli Knesset functions under pressure as well. After all, politics in Israel is every bit as wild and wacky as America! Both are in need of righteous leadership, so let's pray to that end. 8 Open your mouth for the speechless,In the cause of all who are appointed to die.9 Open your …

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So, Who is Prime Minister of Israel?

Just like America was for quite some time, Israel is still waiting to see who the next Prime Minister will be! Following elections on March 23, it became evident very quickly that pathways to a majority in the Knesset (Israel's parliament) were very narrow. The news ebbs and flows, leaving Israelis and other to wonder …

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And You Thought American Politics was Complicated!

Israelis head to the polls next week for the fourth time in 2 years. Imagine having an election every 6 months in the US. The political ads would never cease and the rhetoric would never die down. Yet, that's the scenario in Israel! Just like American politics, there are Netanyahu-haters and Netanyahu-lovers. Those who like …

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