Topic: Meretz Party

Israel's unity government: a bid to represent the majority

For decades, Israel's system of representation gave tiny parties an outsized voice, particularly on the issue of settlements. The unity government now has a chance to prioritize majority views.

Israel's ultra-Orthodox could lose exemption from army service

A landmark supreme court decision ends exemptions for ultra-Orthodox, a mushrooming group whose devotion to religious study instead of military service has led to accusations of freeloading.

Why is an Israeli judge Elena Kagan's 'judicial hero'?

Not much is known about Supreme Court nominee Elena Kagan's views, so her praise four years ago for Israeli Chief Justice Aharon Barak have Republicans worried she will emulate his judicial activism.

Why Israelis are upset about Israeli raid on Gaza freedom flotilla

Israelis haven't expressed much sympathy for Gaza freedom flotilla activists attacked in an Israeli raid Monday. But they're upset that their government walked into what they say was a trap, and botched the mission.

What Israeli voters really want

Olmert plows ahead on peace talks

Israeli prime minister resigns from his post, but vows to pursue a deal with Palestinians and Syrians.

Israel's prisoner swap with Hezbollah: too risky?

Israel's cabinet approved a controversial prisoner swap of 'terrorists' to recover two soldiers abducted in 2006.

The newest Israeli-Palestinian fault line: gentrification

Jewish newcomers to the traditionally Arab district of Jaffa in Tel Aviv – arriving for cheaper rents and sea views – are driving development that is putting pressure on poorer Arab residents.

Israeli Prime Minister Olmert faces increasingly precarious tenure

Corruption allegations by a US businessman have prompted the defense minister to call for him to step down.