For many Israeli voters, concerns over Israel's public image take a back seat in election
Despite rising global hostility, the issue of Israel’s diplomacy, its image worldwide, and who is to blame for its deterioration is barely factoring into the fast-approaching election on Oct. 27.
Over the past few months, Israeli media has reported on Israeli holidaymakers being harassed or physically attacked in various countries after being identified as Israeli. In Greece, a restaurant reportedly refused service to an Israeli woman identified as such. Despite this negative international image, Israel's election on October 27 is focused primarily on security concerns rather than diplomatic issues or the country's image abroad.
Although there is debate about the effectiveness of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's communication strategies with international audiences, many Israelis believe that the global hostility towards Israel is beyond their control. The sharp rise in antisemitism worldwide is seen by many as something that will continue regardless of Israel's actions.
Instead of considering it a primary issue, most Israeli voters are more concerned with national security and the consequences of the October 7, 2023 Hamas-led terror attack.
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