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What's at stake in Israel? Election preview with SBS Hebrew

October 26, 2026 • 09:23 PM

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Israelis are preparing to vote in a pivotal election. Benjamin Netanyahu's leadership, accountability for the October 7 attacks and deep political divisions dominate the campaign. SBS News Reporter Hannah Hodson speaks to Michael Bartura from SBS Hebrew.

What's at stake in Israel? Election preview with SBS Hebrew

As Israel heads to the polls, questions over security, leadership and the country's future loom large.

SBS News' Hannah Hodson speaks with Michael Bartura from SBS Hebrew about Netanyahu's leadership, military conscription, the influence of Arab Israeli voters and what the election means for Israelis living in Australia.

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