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Ongoing Story· Day 15

Israel Sets Election Date for 26th Knesset in October 2026

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IcePolitics

Israelis Vote in 26th Knesset Elections Amid Fierce Political Battles

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Polling stations opened across Israel Tuesday morning for the 26th Knesset elections, with 7.3 million eligible voters able to cast ballots. The election follows a heated campaign and will determine the next government. Exit polls are expected shortly after the 10:00 PM closing time.

The story in 5 lines · by baba

  • Israelis are voting in the 26th Knesset elections, with polls opening Tuesday at 7:00 AM.
  • Over 7.3 million citizens are eligible to vote at 12,018 polling stations nationwide.
  • The election follows a turbulent campaign marked by political confrontations.
  • Most polling stations will close at 10:00 PM, with exit polls to follow.
  • The results will determine the composition of the next Knesset and government.
Israelis Vote in 26th Knesset Elections Amid Fierce Political Battles
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Polling stations across Israel opened Tuesday morning at 7:00 AM for the 26th Knesset elections, with millions of eligible voters heading to the polls. The election day marks the culmination of a turbulent campaign characterized by political confrontations and inter-party struggles, which will determine the composition of the next parliament and the formation of the government.

Approximately 7.3 million Israeli citizens have the right to vote at 12,018 polling stations nationwide. Most polling stations are scheduled to close at 10:00 PM. Party leaders are expected to continue efforts to boost voter turnout and mobilize their supporters until the polls close, aiming to secure the maximum number of mandates.

Immediately after the polls shut, television channels will release exit poll projections, offering an initial assessment of the election results and the prevailing political balance of power.

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