Israelis Vote in Deadlock as Trauma and Exile Shape 2026 Election
Israelis vote on October 27 in a tight race between Benjamin Netanyahu and Gadi Eisenkot, with neither side securing a clear majority. The election is defined by deep societal trauma, mass emigration, and institutional changes. While Netanyahu faces corruption charges and an ICC warrant, his opponents struggle to form a stable coalition. Tens of thousands of expatriates are returning to vote, and soldiers report severe mental health crises, highlighting a fractured society.