Likud Drops Lawsuit Against Group Helping Israelis Abroad Vote
Summarized from The Jerusalem Post by baba
The Likud party withdrew its petition against the Fly&Vote initiative, which helps Israelis abroad travel to Israel to vote in the 2026 election. An agreement was reached where the initiative will not subsidize flights, and participants will pay full fare. At least 53,000 Israelis abroad are expected to return to vote, with airfare identified as the main obstacle. The AID Coalition will continue to assist voters by providing information and support.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Likud withdrew its petition against the Fly&Vote initiative after an agreement was reached.
- At least 53,000 Israelis abroad are expected to travel to Israel to vote in the 2026 election.
- The Fly&Vote initiative will not subsidize airfare for Israelis wishing to vote.
- Airfare prices were cited as the main obstacle for Israelis abroad wanting to vote.
- The AID Coalition will continue to provide information and support for voters.
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