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Israelis prefer new elections if no coalition formed

Published Saturday, October 24, 2026 · Updated October 24

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  • Israeli Election Preferences & Political Landscape — 1 source

Media Analysis

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A survey conducted by the Israel Democracy Institute reveals that a notable percentage of both Jewish and Arab Israelis would favor new elections if a coalition government cannot be established. This comes as polls suggest a tight race between the blocs led by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Gadi Eisenkot.

What We Know — Key Points

  • 37% of Jewish Israelis and 46% of Arab Israelis surveyed preferred new elections over forming a minority government or a unity government with rotation.
  • Polls indicate Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s bloc and his main centre-right rival Gadi Eisenkot are neck and neck ahead of the upcoming Tuesday (October 27, 2026) vote.

What Is Claimed — Perspectives

Israeli Election Preferences & Political Landscape
  • The Jerusalem Post

    The Jerusalem Post reported on a survey by the Israel Democracy Institute indicating that a significant portion of both Jewish and Arab Israelis would prefer new elections if a coalition government cannot be formed. The article also noted that polls show a close race between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc and Gadi Eisenkot's bloc.

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