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Bibi's moment of truth: Israel votes in first general election since October 7

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The turnout tells the tale. Israelis casting ballots in their largest numbers in decades in the first general election since the October Seventh attacks of 2023. A referendum on the bloodiest day in the nation’s history?

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Israelis voted in a general election, the first since the October 7, 2023 attacks, with the article reporting turnout at levels not seen in decades. The article presents the vote as a referendum on the attacks and as a question about the country's future direction. It does not report results,…

Earlier coverage

Earlier coverage on GreyNews

  1. October 7 terror attacks loom large over Israel’s elections as Netanyahu fights for his futureOct 27, 2026 · The Independent
  2. ‘Astronomical’ Arab turnout could reshape Israeli politics in key electionOct 27, 2026 · The National
  3. Israel elections 2026 live: Polls open as Netanyahu’s far-right coalition faces first vote since October 7Oct 27, 2026 · The Independent
  4. Israel votes in first election since October 7 attack as Netanyahu faces crucial testOct 27, 2026 · France 24
  5. Israel defense minister denies report of rift between PM, army chief on IranOct 26, 2026 · Arab News

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