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Israelis Flock Home From Abroad to Vote in National Election
Thousands of Israelis returned from abroad on Monday to vote in the national parliamentary elections, creating a jubilant atmosphere at Ben Gurion Airport. Opposition supporters greeted the arrivals, with some travelers interrupting international trips, including backpacking in Nepal, to participate.
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- 01Thousands of Israelis returned from abroad to vote in national elections on Monday.
- 02Opposition supporters greeted voters at Ben Gurion Airport with flags and songs.
- 03Some Israelis interrupted international travel, including backpacking trips, to cast their ballots.
- 04Voter concerns included ultra-Orthodox conscription and consideration of Diaspora opinions.
- 05A vocal Likud supporter chanted "Only Bibi" and engaged with opposition supporters.
Key issues for some voters included the conscription of ultra-Orthodox men and consideration of Diaspora opinions. The article also briefly mentions related news about Army Chief Zamir potentially refusing orders from Prime Minister Netanyahu and former President Trump endorsing Netanyahu.
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