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Dimona's Former Netanyahu Loyalists Rally Behind Eisenkot in Tight Election Race
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Former Benjamin Netanyahu loyalists in Dimona are now supporting rival Gadi Eisenkot in the upcoming election, a key battleground city. This shift comes after the October 7 attacks impacted Likud's popularity, though the race remains tight. While some long-time Likud voters remain loyal, others are seeking change, drawn to Eisenkot's background and security credentials. Netanyahu continues to rally support by highlighting past development achievements in the region.
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- Former Benjamin Netanyahu supporters in Dimona are campaigning for rival Gadi Eisenkot ahead of the election.
- Dimona has become a political battleground, with former Likud voters expressing a desire for change.
- Gadi Eisenkot's background and security credentials appeal to traditional Likud voters, including Mizrahi communities.
- Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu continues to hold rallies in Dimona, emphasizing development investments.
- About 13% of Israeli voters remain undecided, with some former Likud voters considering alternatives.
- The election is the first since the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack, which affected Likud's popularity.
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