Israel's opposition wasted a decade. Now it may be too late

Haaretz3 November 2026, 00:46 UTCIsrael

If the change bloc wants to live, it must recognize Israel as an Israeli state, not a Jewish state. It must also recognize the immediate implication of this enlightened definition – ending the occupation and apartheid in the West Bank

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