Israel Elections 2026: Netanyahu Faces Challenge From Eisenkot
What Happened
Israel began voting on October 27, 2026, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu facing a major challenge from former military chief Gadi Eisenkot. Eisenkot urged voters to remember the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack and called for government accountability. Netanyahu emphasised security threats from Iran and warned against an opposition-led government.
Key Takeaways
The election tests Netanyahu's leadership following the October 7 attack and subsequent conflicts. Security, government accountability and military conscription are major campaign issues, while coalition negotiations could determine the next government.