Analysis

What Israel's election could mean for Palestinians in Gaza, West Bank

The ouster of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu could provide Palestinians some relief, but is unlikely to improve their prospects for statehood.

By Rosaleen Carroll

In Washington, DC, US, reporting on the Middle East

Newsletter: Daily Briefing

Israelis vote as turnout surges

As Israelis vote on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s political future, turnout reached 31.5% by noon, with more than 2.3 million ballots cast.

By Gabrielle Debinski

In New York City, reporting on the Middle East

Live Updates

Israel sees record voter turnout as Netanyahu faces crucial test

For the first time since the Oct. 7 Hamas-led attack, Israelis are heading to the polls in elections widely seen as crucial to the country’s future.

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Newsletter: Daily Briefing

Why Trump endorsed Netanyahu for a second time

With just over a day before polls open in Israel, President Donald Trump has once again thrown his weight behind incumbent Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

By Gabrielle Debinski

In New York City, reporting on the Middle East

Analysis

What’s at stake for Turkey as Israel heads to the polls?

Israel’s Oct. 27 election could offer a chance to ease tensions with Ankara, but competing ambitions in Syria and beyond threaten to push the two US allies toward a dangerous confrontation.

By Amberin Zaman

Reporting on geopolitics, minorities, human rights, culture

Explainer

Netanyahu victory or another vote? 5 scenarios for Israel’s election

Arab turnout could prove decisive as polls project 13 to 15 seats for the two Arab parties, up from nine Arab lawmakers in the current Knesset.

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Analysis

How Israel’s elections could bring thaw with Syria

The next Israeli government could have an opportunity to secure several diplomatic wins involving the United States and Iran by improving relations with Syria.

By Ezgi Akin

In Ankara, reporting on diplomacy, EU-Turkey ties, NATO

Analysis

Corruption trial, ICC warrant: Why Netanyahu will stay in politics even if he loses

Netanyahu stands to lose more than the premiership. His criminal corruption trial and the International Criminal Court’s arrest warrant against him are also at stake.

By Mazal Mualem

In Tel Aviv, reporting on politics

What Netanyahu win or loss could mean for Israel’s economy

Economic concerns have taken a back seat to security as voters weigh Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s future — but rising deficits, cost of living and politically charged issues will be a challenge for whoever eventually prevails.

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Feature

50,000 Israeli expats fly home to vote in potential boon to Netanyahu rivals

Israel prohibits voting from abroad with limited exceptions, and Israelis who spoke to Al-Monitor said they are especially motivated to fly home this year.

By Adam Lucente

In New York City, reporting on regional news, militancy, climate change

Analysis

How Netanyahu could attack Iran to force Israel into unity government after elections

While a strike against Iran before the Oct. 27 elections appears unlikely, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu could launch one immediately afterward to pressure his rivals into joining a wartime unity government.

By Ben Caspit

In Tel Aviv, reporting on national security, Israeli politics, defense

How Israel’s election could shape next phase of Iran war

Most of the Israeli prime minister's main rivals in the Oct. 27 election agree that Israel's war to overthrow the Iranian regime should continue, but only he claims to have President Donald Trump's blessing to do so.

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