Israeli voters expected to shift further right in election
Israeli opposition leaders hoping to unseat Netanyahu share largely similar Gaza positions, while European condemnation of Israel grows.
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What happened
Israeli politicians are seeking to replace Netanyahu, and the main opposition leaders largely share positions on Gaza and other wars. Far-right gains are predicted, with a more rightwing Knesset expected after the vote. Meanwhile, Israel's ties with Europe are fraying as European condemnation mounts.
Why it matters
The election offers little prospect of material change for Palestinians. Whoever wins, the vote is expected to produce a more rightwing Knesset.
Timeline
- Oct 17, 1:00 AM ET: A profile of Israel's main opposition leaders, their parties and their largely shared positions on Gaza and other wars is published.
- Oct 18, 1:00 AM ET: Far-right gains are predicted as Israelis are expected to vote in a more rightwing Knesset, whether or not Netanyahu keeps power.
- Oct 18, 3:05 AM ET: European condemnation of Israel is mounting, though the election offers little prospect of material change for Palestinians.
Coverage
- Israel’s ties with Europe are fraying. Can its election change that? (Al Jazeera)
- There’s a lot of racism, a lot of hatred’: Far right gains predicted as Israel heads to the polls (The Guardian)
- The Israeli politicians seeking to replace Netanyahu (Al Jazeera)
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