Israel’s parliament dissolved, leading to October election

Israel’s parliament has dissolved, triggering a significant election campaign ahead of the national vote on October 27, which could determine Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s political future amid ongoing conflicts in Gaza, Lebanon, and Iran. This marks the first time since 1988 that a Knesset has completed a full four-year term. Netanyahu’s coalition has enacted controversial laws to solidify support, but polls indicate his Likud party is trailing behind the centrist Yashar “Straight” party, led by former military chief Gadi Eisenkot.

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