Middle East
Benjamin Netanyahu warns of attacks ahead of October general election
Benjamin Netanyahu cautioned on Sept 30 of a possible attack by Israel's enemies ahead of the general election. Earlier, on Sept 24, the Central Elections Committee disqualified Arab parties while allowing Itamar Ben-Gvir's party to run.
What's likely next
- Israel hold its 26th Knesset electionVery likely84%▼ from 94% yesterday
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The coverage
- Rival says Netanyahu 'fear-mongering' over warning of pre-vote attackManilatimes · Sep 29
- Central Elections C’ttee disqualifies Arab partiesGlobes - Israel Business News · Sep 24
- Eisenkot backs election ban for Arab party head who called Oct. 7 an ‘important historic event’Ynetnews · Sep 22
Analysis & opinion
- Israel votes October 27. The real political drama may come afterThe Canadian Jewish News · Sep 30
- ‘It’s bad’: In a polarized Israel, the likeliest election result is more uncertaintyThe Times of Israel · Sep 30
- Opinion | Israel's message to Arab voters: Your political representation isn't welcomeHaaretz · Sep 26 · opinion
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