Netanyahu's political survival on the line as Israel votes
Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel's longest-serving leader with 19 years in office, is due for a close race against a rival alliance led by former military chief of staff Gadi Eisenkot as the country goes to the polls.
Israel prepares for pivotal election on Tuesday as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu grapples with political survival. Netanyahu, Israel's longest-serving leader for 19 years, is up against former military chief Gadi Eisenkot and his rival alliance. The election comes amid a tumultuous period for Israel, marked by the Oct 7 Hamas attacks, subsequent wars in Gaza and Iran, and international isolation.
Netanyahu's campaign hinges on his wartime leadership and partnership with US President Donald Trump, who has pledged renewed action to curb Iran's nuclear ambitions if Netanyahu remains in power. Eisenkot accuses Netanyahu of relying on fear-mongering and falsehoods, and insists that Trump would collaborate fully with any leader chosen by the people.
The winner of the election could shape Israel's future leadership and policies, with Netanyahu potentially forming a government of far-right allies or facing the possibility of a caretaker role until a new election in 2025.
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