Elections

Austria heading for stormy Kristallnacht ceremony with new parliament president

Some Jewish representatives have already announced that they will boycott the event due to the presence of far-right Freedom Party (FPÖ) member Dr. Walter Rosenkranz's presence.

By ELDAD BECK
29/10/2024

Over 90% of Jewish, Israeli Americans say candidates’ stance on Israel impacts their vote

The survey, conducted by Midgam Research & Consulting, involved 1,482 respondents—772 Israeli-Americans and 710 Jewish-Americans without Israeli backgrounds.

Two weeks till election day: Jewish PACs roll out final campaign ads

The RJC is spending $15m. on advertising across the battleground states this election cycle, the most spent during an election in the organization’s history.

Will a new conservative-led government in Austria keep pro-Israel policy?

Austria's President, Alexander Van der Bellen, announced that he asked the ÖVP leader - out-going Chancellor Karl Nehammer -  to lead negotiations for the constitution of a new government.

By ELDAD BECK
22/10/2024

Kurdistan regional elections mark a step forward for Iraq’s stability

Elections in the Kurdistan region are important because they provide a beacon of democracy for the region.

Iraqi Kurds vote in regional election amid oil export crisis and political rifts

The elections come as the region grapples with the fallout from the suspension of its oil exports, a critical source of revenue.

By REUTERS
20/10/2024

Israeli oligarch allegedly represents Putin’s interests in Moldova ahead of election

Moldova, a small country of under three million people between Ukraine and Romania, has been a focal point for Russian efforts to maintain influence in Eastern Europe.

19/10/2024

Ex-KKK head David Duke endorses US Green Party candidate Jill Stein for president

Duke, long one of the country’s highest-profile white supremacists and antisemites, has repeatedly sought political office while spreading conspiracy theories about Jews.

By JACKIE HAJDENBERG/JTA
16/10/2024

Qatar to hold referendum on measure to abandon legislative elections, Emir says

Sheik Tamim called Tuesday's elections "an experiment," which was reviewed and led the government to propose constitutional amendments.

By REUTERS
15/10/2024
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