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Undecided Voters Could Decide Israel's 2026 Election Amid Security and Cost of Living Concerns

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Undecided Voters Could Decide Israel's 2026 Election Amid Security and Cost of Living Concerns
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First reported by Mako · 1 hour ago

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About 10% of Israeli voters remain undecided three months before the 2026 elections, potentially deciding eight to ten Knesset seats. Security and economic issues dominate their concerns, while political unification talks among key figures are stalled. Avigdor Lieberman will personally manage his party's campaign, reflecting his long-standing leadership.

  • 0110% of Israelis remain undecided, representing 8-10 Knesset seats that could decide the 2026 election.
  • 02Security and cost of living are the top issues influencing undecided voters.
  • 031.3% of undecided voters may switch between political blocs, affecting the crucial 61st seat.
  • 04Efforts to unite Benny Gantz, Ayelet Shaked, and Yuli Edelstein into one party are stalled over leadership disputes.
  • 05Edelstein and Erdan may form a new center-right faction if the merger fails.
  • 06Avigdor Lieberman will personally run Israel Beiteinu's election campaign, rejecting external managers.

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MakoCenter · Hebrew1 hour ago
Undecided Voters Could Decide Israel's 2026 Election Amid Security and Cost of Living Concerns
N12Center · Hebrew1 hour ago
Undecided Voters Could Decide Israel's 2026 Election Amid Security and Cost of Living Concerns

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