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Israel Elections 2026: Netanyahu faces a challenge from opposition figures seeking to end his time in power.

Netanyahu has campaigned heavily on his security credentials, touting the war he launched against Iran in February alongside the United States and suggesting that he alone can see it through. (Photo: News18 Creative)













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The crucial 2026 Israeli Knesset election is scheduled for October 27, 2026, amid intense domestic political divisions, coalition tensions, and ongoing conflicts in the region.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces strong competition from opposition figures including former army chief and Yashar party leader Gadi Eisenkot, as well as former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett and Yair Lapid.
Off the campaign trail, Israel’s longest-serving prime minister faces a long-running corruption trial, an international arrest warrant over alleged war crimes in Gaza, and the fallout from a multi-front conflict.
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Saurabh Verma is a Deputy News Editor at News18.com, specialising in Indian politics and breaking global news. With years of experience tracking election strategies, he decodes domestic issues for mil…Read More
Jerusalem, Israel
October 26, 2026, 19:33 IST
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