Episode
The Far Right Rises in Israel
29:16
Published: Thu Nov 17 2022
Description
This week, Israel swore in a new Parliament, paving the way back to power for former Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, even as he is on trial for corruption. Now, the country is on the cusp of its most right-wing government in history.Who and what forces are behind these events in Israeli politics?Guest: Patrick Kingsley, the Jerusalem bureau chief for The New York Times.Background reading: To win election, Mr. Netanyahu and his far-right allies harnessed perceived threats to Israel’s Jewish identity after ethnic unrest and the subsequent inclusion of Arab lawmakers in the government.The rise of the Israeli far right has stoked fear among some Palestinians of a surge of violence.For more information on today’s episode, visit nytimes.com/thedaily. Transcripts of each episode will be made available by the next workday.
Chapters
The corruption trial of Benjamin Netanyahu led to a split between the pro-Netanyahu and anti-Netanyahu right-wing parties, causing previously considered "extreme" parties to unite in hopes of entering the Israeli parliament.
00:00 - 10:43 (10:43)
Summary
The corruption trial of Benjamin Netanyahu led to a split between the pro-Netanyahu and anti-Netanyahu right-wing parties, causing previously considered "extreme" parties to unite in hopes of entering the Israeli parliament.
EpisodeThe Far Right Rises in Israel
PodcastThe Daily
The assassination of Israeli prime minister Yitzhak Rabin in 1995 serves as a haunting reminder of the dangers of political extremism and the power of language.
10:43 - 17:29 (06:46)
Summary
The assassination of Israeli prime minister Yitzhak Rabin in 1995 serves as a haunting reminder of the dangers of political extremism and the power of language. Today, there are concerns that the far-right has made significant inroads in Israeli politics, leading some to warn of a slide towards illiberalism, even authoritarianism.
EpisodeThe Far Right Rises in Israel
PodcastThe Daily
Itamar Ben-Gvir, a far-right Jewish nationalist, has risen to power in Israeli politics, reflecting a wider movement towards the right in Israeli society over the last three decades.
17:29 - 27:23 (09:53)
Summary
Itamar Ben-Gvir, a far-right Jewish nationalist, has risen to power in Israeli politics, reflecting a wider movement towards the right in Israeli society over the last three decades. His controversial views and associations have enraged some Israelis, but his success suggests a shift away from the peace negotiations of the past and towards a tougher stance on security.
EpisodeThe Far Right Rises in Israel
PodcastThe Daily
Republicans have secured the 218 seats necessary to gain a majority in the House of Representatives, signaling a new era of divided government.
27:23 - 29:11 (01:47)
Summary
Republicans have secured the 218 seats necessary to gain a majority in the House of Representatives, signaling a new era of divided government. The Democrats, meanwhile, maintain control of the Senate.