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Knesset Election Expected to Spur Israeli Expatriate Return for Vote

Nearly 67,000 Israeli expatriates plan to return to Israel to vote in the upcoming Knesset elections, according to a Channel 14 survey. The 'Fly&Vote' initiative significantly influenced this decision for many, with 70% stating it impacted their plans.

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01Nearly 67,000 Israeli expatriates intend to return to Israel to vote in the upcoming Knesset elections.
02A survey found 79% of Israelis abroad plan to return, a sharp rise from 14% in 2022.
03The 'Fly&Vote' initiative significantly influenced 70% of expatriates' decisions to return for voting.
04Most surveyed expatriates reside in the United States (48%) and European countries (37%).
05The online survey was conducted from October 12-21, 2026, with 23,000 anonymous participants.
06Final results for the 26th Knesset elections are expected by Thursday, October 29, at 12:00 PM.

The survey, conducted in October 2026, focused on Israelis in North America and Europe. Final election results are expected by October 29.

Translated and summarized by baba from Cursorinfo, the latest report. Read Cursorinfo’s original