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Cost of Living Emerges as Key Election Issue for Israelis
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The cost of living has emerged as a key election issue in Israel, with prices increasing 20 percent during Benjamin Netanyahu's four-year term. Israelis, who were previously focused on democracy and the Gaza war, are now paying more attention to economic concerns. Netanyahu himself highlighted rising prices during his 2022 election campaign.
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- Israeli prices have risen 20 percent during Benjamin Netanyahu's four-year term.
- The cost of living is now a key issue in Israel's elections.
- Voters were previously focused on democracy and the Gaza war.
- Benjamin Netanyahu highlighted rising prices in a 2022 campaign video.
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