Netanyahu says he is on brink of 'very big victory' in Israel election
Netanyahu's conservative Likud and its likely religious and far-right allies were on pace to control a majority in parliament after Israel's fifth election in less than four years.
Wed Nov 02 2022
Netanyahu's Likud party leading in Israeli elections after 62 pct of ballots processed
The Israeli Central Elections Committee said on Wednesday that Netanyahu's Likud party leads the parliamentary elections after 62 pct of the ballots were processed.
Wed Nov 02 2022
Analysis: As Gaza fighting ebbs, Israel's communities eye each other warily
At the end of it, two people were killed, an Arab who died after being shot by Jews and a Jewish man who died after Arabs threw rocks at him.
Thu May 27 2021
Voter turnout at Israeli parliamentary election totals 67.2 per cent - State media
With over 70 per cent of votes counted, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud party gains 31 seats in the 120-seat unicameral parliament Knesset.
Wed Mar 24 2021
Explainer - Why can't Israel keep a government together?
For the fourth time in two years, Israelis head to elections amid unprecedented political deadlock.
Wed Dec 23 2020
Israel to hold snap election, with Netanyahu facing new challenges
Campaigning in Israel's fourth parliamentary election gets underway as Netanyahu faces public anger over his handling of the health crisis.
Wed Dec 23 2020
Tough choices for Israel PM after Pyrrhic victory
Benjamin Netanyahu's Pyrrhic election victory and the shock strength of Yair Lapid's centrist Yesh Atid mean tough choices for Israel's premier.
Wed Jan 23 2013
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024