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Israel's 26th Knesset Election: Voting, Counting, and Results Timeline

Israeli voters will elect the 26th Knesset on Tuesday, October 27, with over 7.3 million eligible voters. Preliminary results are expected on election night, with final official results anticipated by Thursday, October 29, 2026.

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01Israeli voters will elect the 26th Knesset on Tuesday, October 27.
02Over 7.3 million eligible voters are expected to cast ballots.
03Preliminary results will be released on election night, with official results expected by October 29, 2026.
04The number of "double envelope" ballots is estimated to increase by 44% compared to 2022.
05The swearing-in ceremony for the new Knesset members is scheduled for November 10, 2026.

The swearing-in ceremony for the new Knesset members is scheduled for Tuesday, November 10, 2026. The process involves on-site counting, verification, and a final tally of special ballots, with measures in place to ensure election integrity.

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