Jerusalem ∙ Israel’s strange ruling coalition has collapsed. A motion to dissolve the 120-member parliament (Knesset) was unanimously passed, paving the way for the fifth general election in four years. Naftali Bennett handed over the Prime Minister’s post to Foreign Minister Yair Lapid as per the coalition agreement. After the elections, Lapid Kaval will remain as caretaker Prime Minister until the new Prime Minister takes over.
Left, center, right, Islamist and Arab parties set aside ideological opposition to form a governing coalition last year to keep former Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu out of power. When it became impossible to move forward, it was agreed to dissolve the Parliament.
In 1967, Israeli settlers in the West Bank were granted legal status and Palestinians were granted special status that had to be renewed every 5 years. The split in the government came to light when it came time to renew the law for the Palestinians. The last parliamentary election was held in March 2021. The next election is in November.
English Summary: Israel parliament dissolves sets 5th election in 4 years
