Nearly 80% of Israeli Soldiers Vote in Knesset Elections
Translated & summarized from i24NEWS French by baba
Nearly 80% of Israeli soldiers voted in the 26th Knesset elections, marking a 6.2 percentage point increase from the last vote. Over 890 polling stations were set up on military bases nationwide, including in combat zones, to maximize participation. The army reported that by early afternoon, over 48% of soldiers had already voted.
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- 79.9% of Israeli soldiers voted in the 26th Knesset elections.
- This turnout is a 6.2 percentage point increase from the previous election.
- Over 890 polling stations were established on military bases across Israel.
- Mobile polling stations were deployed to reach soldiers in various locations.
- Voting accessibility was prioritized, including in combat zones.
A significant majority of Israeli military personnel, 79.9%, cast their ballots in the elections for the 26th Knesset, according to an announcement from the army's spokesperson. This turnout represents an increase of 6.2 percentage points compared to the previous election. To facilitate voting, over 890 polling stations were established across Israel's military bases and units, with approximately a quarter of them being mobile. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) stated that these stations were strategically placed throughout the country, including in combat zones, to ensure all soldiers could exercise their right to vote. The military reported that by 1 p.m. on election day, participation among soldiers had already surpassed 48%.
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