Israel to Hold Elections in October as Netanyahu Faces Political Challenges

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Israel will hold elections on the last Tuesday in October, a vote seen as a referendum on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's legacy.
Current polls suggest his Likud party may not be the largest in parliament, facing challenges from new parties and criticism over war management and security failures.

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Israel will hold elections on the last Tuesday in October, a vote seen as a referendum on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's legacy. Current polls suggest his Likud party may not be the largest in parliament, facing challenges from new parties and criticism over war management and security failures.

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