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One-Third of Israelis Want Netanyahu to Remain Prime Minister, Study Finds
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A Hebrew University study reveals that only one-third of Israelis want Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to remain in power after the October 27 elections. The survey of 2,437 respondents found that among those seeking an alternative, Gadi Eisenkot was the preferred choice. The study also highlighted widespread pessimism about Israel's future and a belief that the current war has increased societal divisions.
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- Only one-third of Israelis want Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to remain in power, a Hebrew University study found.
- The study surveyed 2,437 Israelis on October 5-6, 2026, regarding political preferences and national sentiment.
- Gadi Eisenkot was the preferred alternative prime minister for about half of those seeking a change in leadership.
- A significant portion of Israelis expressed pessimism about the country's future and believe the war has increased societal divisions.
- Less than 20% of respondents believe "total victory" has been achieved in the Israel-Hamas War.
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