Israeli diplomats around the world are voting today
Around 5,000 eligible voters vote 12 days ahead of the official date of 27 October
Quick Look
- The Israeli ambassador to Italy Jonathan Peled announced the start of voting for diplomatic staff in the 130 foreign offices.
- Around 5,000 eligible voters are voting ahead of Israel's elections scheduled for October 27.
AI-generated summary
Why It Matters
Israeli elections are scheduled for October 27. Diplomatic personnel abroad vote in advance via a double-envelope system.
Today is a special day for us: voting is taking place in the 130 diplomatic missions that Israel has around the world. There are approximately 4,950 people including diplomats, trade commission staff and the spouses of our diplomats who are entitled to vote. In total, worldwide, we have just under 5,000 eligible voters who can vote today. This was stated by the Israeli ambassador to Italy Jonathan Peled, explaining that for these voters the voting operations take place 12 days in advance of October 27th.
The diplomat stationed in Rome also voted today for the elections to be held on 27 October, explaining during a press briefing at the embassy in Rome the rules of the electoral consultation for these 5,000 people.
The ballot is placed in a double envelope, as it will have to be sent to Israel via couriers. At the time of counting, these envelopes will be added to the final tally.
The ambassador then explained that, contrary to what happens in Italian elections, Israelis abroad who do not fall within the aforementioned 5,000 cannot vote. However, it is possible for those who have citizenship to return to Israel and vote.
What to Watch
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
Counting of foreign votes after 27 October
Very likely · Within weeks
Open Questions
- What are the competing electoral lists?
