Arab states see hawks ruling Israel no matter who wins vote, but still sense room for change — Live Feedhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/arab-states-see-hawks-ruling-israel-no-matter-who-wins-vote-but-still-sense-room-for-changeContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. Arab States See Israeli Hawks Prevailing Despite Tight Electionhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/arab-states-see-hawks-ruling-israel-no-matter-who-wins-vote-but-still-sense-room-for-changehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/arab-states-see-hawks-ruling-israel-no-matter-who-wins-vote-but-still-sense-room-for-change#u146919Thu, 22 Oct 2026 14:06:51 +0000Arab states anticipate hawkish leadership in Israel regardless of the outcome in the upcoming October 27 election, though regional observers still sense potential room for policy shifts. Public opinion polls indicate a tight race with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu facing strong challenges, including from rival Gadi Eisenkot who has opened up a lead in recent surveys. Neither major political bloc has secured a clear Knesset majority in polling, leaving Arab-led and ultra-Orthodox parties positioned as critical kingmakers. Far-right parties are also projected to make notable gains.Why it mat