New Poll Shows Record Gap Against Netanyahu Ahead of Elections

A recent poll conducted by Meno Geva from Midgam Institute and iPanel, published by Channel 12 News 60 days before Israel's elections, reveals a historic gap against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. According to the survey, 59% of respondents do not want Netanyahu to continue serving in the next government, while only about one-third support his continuation. The poll also shows a record 27% negative gap regarding Netanyahu's suitability for the prime minister role.

The division among political blocs reflects these sentiments, with approximately 50% of respondents intending to vote for parties opposing Netanyahu, compared to just 31% for his bloc. This poll is the first conducted after the launch of Ofer Winter's new party, dubbed the "right-wing explosion," which garners 4% of the vote, translating to around six Knesset seats. Meanwhile, the "third bloc," including parties led by Hili Tropper, Gilad Erdan, and Benny Gantz, fails to pass the electoral threshold despite receiving 5% support.

The survey also explored preferences for the next Minister of Public Security amid the planned cooperation between Yoav Segalovitz and Mansour Abbas. It found that 29% favor Itamar Ben-Gvir for the position, while 21% prefer Segalovitz, giving Ben-Gvir an 8% lead. Despite the alliance with Abbas, Segalovitz remains behind in public preference for this key role.