Israel’s Election Campaign Is Heating Up. Here’s Who’s Running.

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1. 3d ago

   Israel's October 27 Election Campaign Remains Deadlocked

   Israel is preparing for Knesset elections on October 27 with 38 parties having submitted candidate slates. Current polling shows a tie between the pro-Netanyahu bloc and the opposition. A coalition led by Eisenkot may reach 61 seats without relying on Arab parties. Benjamin Netanyahu is working to unify the right wing to avoid a potential defeat as the campaign intensifies.

   Why it matters

   The election determines the composition of the Knesset and the ability to form a governing majority. The current deadlock creates uncertainty regarding whether the right-wing bloc or an opposition coalition will lead. A shift away from needing Arab party support for a majority would represent a significant political change.

   What to watch next

   • October 27 election results
   • Changes in polling between the pro-Netanyahu and opposition blocs
   • Finalization of the Eisenkot coalition strategy
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2. 5d ago

   Israel Finalizes Party Slates for October 27 Knesset Elections

   Israel prepares for Knesset elections on October 27 after 38 parties submitted their final candidate slates. Current polling indicates a deadlock, with the pro-Netanyahu bloc tied with the opposition. Meanwhile, a coalition led by Eisenkot may have a path to 61 seats without needing support from Arab parties for the first time. Benjamin Netanyahu is attempting to unify the right wing to prevent a potential election defeat as the campaign intensifies.

   Why it matters

   The Knesset is Israel's unicameral legislature. The ability to form a majority government depends on securing at least 61 seats. These elections occur amid efforts by right-wing factions to consolidate power.

   What is confirmed

   • Thirty-eight parties submitted final slates for the October 27 Knesset election.
   • The pro-Netanyahu bloc is currently tied with the opposition in polls conducted after slates closed.

   Still unconfirmed

   • Benjamin Netanyahu is working to unify the right wing to avoid defeat.

   What to watch next

   • October 27 election results
   • Changes in polling following final slate submissions
   Sources used for this update (11)

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   3. The Jerusalem Post — Eisenkot-led coalition has pathway to 61 seats without Arab parties for first time - poll
   4. Reuters — Netanyahu races to unify Israel's right wing in bid to avert election defeat
   5. The New York Times — Israel’s Election Campaign Is Heating Up. Here’s Who’s Running.
   6. The Economist — A messy election ahead for Israel
   7. Al Jazeera — Israeli parties submit slates for October Knesset elections
   8. Haaretz — 38 parties submit final Knesset slates for Israel's October 27 election
   9. The Times of Israel — Election polls show little change, continued deadlock after party slates finalized
   10. Haaretz — In first polls since slates closed, pro-Netanyahu bloc tied with opposition
   11. The Times of Israel — Several US warplanes reportedly damaged in Iranian attack on airbase in Jordan
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