Israeli election to test Benjamin Netanyahu's ability to hold power
On Tuesday, Israel will hold its first parliamentary elections since the October 7, 2023 terror attacks. Essentially one man is on the ballot: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Matt Gutman reports from Tel Aviv on the divide over Netanyahu, and how Israeli policy might or might not change if the opposition succeeds.
The upcoming Israeli election will determine whether Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu can retain power following the October 7 terror attacks. Tens of thousands of demonstrators in Tel Aviv called for the government to account for the failures that led to the attacks. Out of the thirty-nine parties running, Netanyahu is the leading candidate, despite controversy surrounding his leadership, including the sidelining of the judiciary, corruption charges, and alleged neglect of warnings about the attacks.
The opposition, led by Gadi Eisenkot, a former military chief of staff, promises a more moderate or left-leaning government, with a focus on resolving the conflict with Palestinians and improving relations. While polls indicate Eisenkot's party is favored, Netanyahu's political acumen could still result in his continued tenure as prime minister.
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