Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:08pm on 26 Oct 2026,Monday International
Around 7.3 million eligible voters are set to vote in Israel’s general election on October 27, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu seeking another term. His Likud-led right-wing coalition faces a challenge from an opposition bloc led by former military chief Gadi Eisenkot. Opinion polls suggest neither side is likely to secure the 61 seats needed for a majority in the 120-member Knesset. Smaller parties could therefore play a decisive role in forming the next government. The election comes amid public debate over security failures, the cost of living, military service exemptions and Netanyahu’s leadership following years of conflict. (PC: News18)
