You’ve come a long way, Bibi: Israel’s crucial election

Mohamed Guhaad's podcast · Jul 17, 2026 · 24m

Binyamin Netanyahu’s government will, unusually, serve out its full term. What comes after October’s election will decide what kind of Israel will emerge. Our correspondent asks whether the World Cup will be remembered more for the dramas on the pitch or off it. And a tribute to A23a, the world’s largest iceberg, after it melts away at last.Guests and host:Josie Delap, Middle East editorJon Fasman, senior culture correspondentAnn Wroe, obituaries editorJason Palmer, co-host of “The Intelligence”Topics covered: Israeli election, Binyamin NetanyahuWorld Cupicebergs, climateWatch extended clips…