Israel's 26th Knesset Swears In With Record 33 Women Lawmakers
Summarized from Ynetnews by baba
Israel's 26th Knesset officially convened Tuesday with all 120 lawmakers taking their oath of office, including a record 33 women. The new parliament features 46 new members and diverse representation across religious and secular backgrounds. Notable figures include former security officials and members from bereaved families. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also set a record by beginning his 15th term in the Knesset.
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- Israel's 26th Knesset convened Tuesday with all 120 lawmakers taking the oath of office.
- The new Knesset includes a record 33 women, the highest number since Israel's establishment.
- Forty-six new lawmakers were sworn in, with some from bereaved families, including those affected by the October 7 attacks.
- The parliament's composition includes diverse religious and secular representation, as well as former senior security officials.
- Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu began his 15th term, setting a record for Knesset service.
- Yonatan Shalev, 24, became the youngest lawmaker to enter the Knesset in 66 years.
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