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‘Astronomical’ Arab turnout could reshape Israeli politics in key election

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Read the latest on Israel's election here An “astronomical” turnout of Arab voters is expected in the Israeli elections on Tuesday, with the possibility that their politicians could significantly influence the next government, political sources have told The National .

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The National reports that political sources expect an unusually high turnout among Arab voters in Israel’s elections on Tuesday. Those sources say Arab politicians could significantly influence the formation of the next government. The article provides no turnout figures, party details, or…

Earlier coverage

Earlier coverage on GreyNews

  1. Israeli voters head to polling stations to deliver Netanyahu verdictOct 27, 2026 · The National
  2. Israel votes in first election since October 7 attack as Netanyahu faces crucial testOct 27, 2026 · France 24
  3. Israeli military says it detained Egyptian who crossed into its territoryOct 27, 2026 · Arab News
  4. Israeli strike in Gaza kills three including child: civil defenseOct 26, 2026 · Arab News
  5. Israel to close all West Bank land crossings on election dayOct 26, 2026 · Deutsche Welle

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