This is an entry from: Live: Israelis head to the polls as Netanyahu fights for political life
Explained: Who are the main leaders and where do they stand on the key issues?
27 October 2026 10:40 GMT
The election, the first since 2022, has been dominated by discussion of the Hamas-led attacks of 2023, the genocide in Gaza, compulsory military conscription for ultra-Orthodox communities, and West Bank security, including the growth of settlements.
Here’s where each of the main parties stand on the key issues: