Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:22am on 27 Oct 2026,Tuesday International
Israel is preparing to hold its first parliamentary election since the October 7, 2023, attack that plunged the Middle East into turmoil. The vote will test Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s grip on power, as centrist rivals promise a political shift. Polling is scheduled from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. local time, with results expected to begin emerging after exit polls are broadcast on state media. Although an initial picture could emerge within hours of polls closing, forming a government may take considerably longer if no party or alliance secures a parliamentary majority. The final tally is expected by October 30, while official results are scheduled for publication on November 4. (PC: AP)
