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Israeli election seen as a referendum: For or against Netanyahu?

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has led his country almost continuously for nearly 17 years.

✦ Extractive summary — built from the sources' own reporting•From 1 source•1 min read•Updated October 26, 2026, 11:40 AM UTC
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  • FRANCE 24's David Gilberg reports, with Lauren Bain.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has led his country almost continuously for nearly 17 years.

Netanyahu's latest term has divided Israeli society more than ever and will be marked by the October 7 attacks, his handling of the conflicts in Gaza, Iran and Lebanon, as well as his controversial judicial reform.

But will he manage to retain power following Tuesday's election?

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