Israel holds general election amidst regional war and political division
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Benjamin Netanyahu, Gadi Eisenkot
Israel
October 27, 2026
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Israel is holding a general election following three years of regional conflict. The race is between incumbent Benjamin Netanyahu and challenger Gadi Eisenkot. Voters are deeply divided over security, the October 7 attacks, and the future of Israeli democracy.
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