Israel’s Elections and the Future of the Middle East
November 12, 2026
Analysis: Moderated by Mona Yacoubian with Amb. Michael Ratney, Dr. Paul Salem, and Celine Touboul, this webcast examines how Israel’s post-October 7 security doctrine and domestic political upheaval are viewed across the Levant and Gulf. The panel assesses whether a new Israeli governing coalition will alter the trajectory of conflicts in Gaza, the West Bank, Lebanon, Syria, and Iran, or entrench existing escalatory dynamics. Understanding these internal Israeli fault lines is critical for anticipating shifts in the regional security order and Washington’s Middle East posture.