After a record low turnout, the second round will offer a stark choice in a country beset by economic malaise
A visual guide to the war
Measures announced by ultranationalist minister draw fierce criticism from Palestinians and Israeli leftwing
Some pro-reform citizens lack faith in country’s tightly controlled politics but their participation could be critical
As Hizbollah and Israel trade cross-border fire, radar data and interviews show attacks have ravaged 5km-wide strip of land
Officials say risk of miscalculation is high as cross-border tensions intensify
End of religious exemption from military service creates ‘open wound’ within Benjamin Netanyahu’s coalition
Israeli premier’s first Hebrew interview since October 7 puts region on notice
With Egypt’s blessing, Ibrahim al-Organi dominated trade into Gaza. Now the Bedouin leader has a security mission
Israeli PM says new stage would offer chance to move forces north to where tensions with Hizbollah have been growing
Saudis say many fatalities were unauthorised pilgrims, as action promised against companies behind unofficial travel
A week of belligerent rhetoric underscores the threat of escalation
Outsider Masoud Pezeshkian rattles hardliners by pressing for closer relations with west and softer stance on hijab
Comments by leader of militant group come as fears grow of full-blown war across Lebanon’s southern border
Fears of all-out conflict between Israel and Hizbollah grow as US envoy holds crisis meetings in the region
Hawkish message designed to appeal to rightwing allies and US Republicans ahead of scheduled address to Congress
Body has overseen nation’s war in Gaza for the past eight months
The president came to office threatening to make the kingdom a pariah state. But in a volatile Middle East, their ties have become stronger than ever
Prime minister’s comments come as domestic criticism grows over his handling of the war
Former health minister looks to upset odds after being chosen as one of six candidates for this month’s vote
US says some gaps between Israel and Palestinian militants are ‘bridgeable’ — but others are not
Months of tensions boil over after UN chief adds Israeli military to blacklist for failing to protect children in conflict
Vote increases pressure on Israel and Hamas to bring an end to conflict
Resignation of centrist former general leaves Israeli prime minister even more beholden to far-right allies
Centrist former general calls for early elections and accuses Netanyahu of mismanaging war against Hamas
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