Israel holds closely contested election amid right-wing political dominance
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Israel opened polls on Tuesday for a critical election following the October 7, 2023 Hamas attacks and subsequent regional conflicts involving Gaza, Iran, Lebanon, Yemen, Syria, and Qatar. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is seeking to extend his tenure leading a far-right coalition while facing a corruption trial and International Criminal Court war crimes charges. The election features a predominantly right-wing opposition bloc, with campaigns marked by debates over security accountability, ultra-Orthodox military service, and the exclusion of Arab-led parties.
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