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Arab Voters in Israel Reconsider Boycott Amid Rising Tensions
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Some Arab citizens in Israel are reconsidering their election boycott due to rising crime, the Gaza war, and West Bank settler violence. Previously, many abstained for ideological reasons or disillusionment. Manal, from Umm al-Fahm, is one such individual who previously opposed voting but is now reevaluating her position.
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- Arab citizens in Israel are reconsidering their election boycott.
- Rising crime and the Gaza war are factors influencing the decision.
- Settler violence in the West Bank also contributes to the shift.
- Ideological opposition and disillusionment have historically fueled the boycott.
- Manal from Umm al-Fahm is cited as an example of reevaluation.
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