Friday briefing: As Israel’s coalition collapses, can its prime minister hang on to power?
Israel's coalition government, led by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, is facing a significant crisis as legislators move to dissolve parliament and call for new elections. The coalition, which has been in power since 2022, has struggled with internal divisions, particularly over military service exemptions for ultra-orthodox men. As public support for Netanyahu wanes, the upcoming elections may redefine Israel's political landscape.
- ▪Israeli legislators have initiated steps to dissolve parliament and call for fresh elections.
- ▪Netanyahu's coalition has been plagued by internal divisions, particularly regarding military service exemptions for ultra-orthodox men.
- ▪Public support for Netanyahu has decreased, raising questions about his political future.
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Donal Trump is one of Benjamin Netanyahu’s staunch supporters. Photograph: Evan Vucci/APView image in fullscreenDonal Trump is one of Benjamin Netanyahu’s staunch supporters. Photograph: Evan Vucci/APFirst Edition newsletterIsraelFriday briefing: As Israel’s coalition collapses, can its prime minister hang on to power?In today’s newsletter: As the polls tighten around Benjamin Netanyahu, the coming months may redefine Israel’s political order without resolving its most entrenched conflictsMichael SegalovFri 22 May 2026 01.44 EDTLast modified on Fri 22 May 2026 01.45 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleGood morning. On Wednesday, Israeli legislators took the first steps towards dissolving parliament and calling fresh nationwide elections.
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