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Israeli Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has refused to join a unified election list with Religious Zionist Party leader Bezalel Smotrich, fracturing right-wing campaign preparations. The split complicates Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s efforts to consolidate his electoral bloc ahead of upcoming polls.
Bezalel Smotrich, leader of the Religious Zionist Party (RZP), stated that his party will not form an alliance with Itamar Ben-Gvir's party in the 2026 elections, emphasizing RZP's intention to run independently.
Hopes for de-escalation in US-Iran hostilities have increased following reports of ongoing talks and a meeting between Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and President Trump, where Iran was a primary agenda item, leading to a drop in oil prices.
The father of released hostage Eitan Mor has reportedly joined Bezalel Smotrich's Religious Zionist Party, though Smotrich has not yet confirmed the report.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu advocates for a coalition between Otzma Yehudit and Religious Zionist Party to secure a right-wing government, while Itamar Ben-Gvir publicly resists the move.
Palestinian and Israeli protesters held a sit-in at the Religious Zionist Party's headquarters in Shoham, demonstrating against funds managed by Bezalel Smotrich that are allegedly linked to settler violence.
Otzma Yehudit leader Itamar Ben-Gvir has stated his party will not run with Bezalel Smotrich's Religious Zionist Party in the upcoming Israeli elections, citing fundamental differences and appealing to distinct voter bases.
A new poll indicates that Israel's Religious Zionist Party has crossed the electoral threshold, strengthening the coalition even as the Likud party shows signs of weakening. The poll also examined potential joint lists for other parties.
An article analyzes the platform and political stance of Bezalel Smotrich's Religious Zionist Party in anticipation of the 2026 Israeli election.
Left-wing protesters attempted to breach the headquarters of the Religious Zionist party in Israel, leading to party members being locked inside and police being called to the scene.
The Religious Zionist Party held its primaries to determine its Knesset slate, led by Bezalel Smotrich. Smotrich also stated that the party has done 'a great deal' to make new immigrants (olim) feel at home.
Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich stated his Religious Zionist Party's desire to 'cancel the damned Oslo Accords'.