What It Is About

A recent poll conducted by Kan shows a strong sentiment among the Israeli public for holding early elections. The survey indicates that nearly half of the respondents believe elections should be held immediately.

Why It Matters

This sentiment mirrors broader democratic engagement within Israel, showcasing the citizens’ active role in influencing political discourse. Additionally, the poll sheds light on public support for potential military operations against Hezbollah in the North, reflecting national security priorities.

Support for Military Action

The Kan poll highlights that a near majority of Israelis back a ground operation against Hezbollah in the North. Notably, this perspective is more pronounced among voters of the coalition parties. In contrast, opposition voters are split on the issue.

Political Landscape

The poll provides insight into the current distribution of mandates among Israeli political parties. The Likud party saw an increase to 22 mandates from 21, demonstrating growing support. Benny Gantz’s National Unity Party remained steady with 29 mandates, and Yesh Atid increased to 16 mandates.

Stable and Shifting Mandates

Other parties saw fluctuations; Yisrael Beitenu dropped to 10 mandates from 11, and the Religious Zionist Party reduced to four from five mandates. Certain parties like Itmar Ben-Gvir’s Otzma Yehudit, Hadash-Ta’al, Meretz, and Ra’am maintained their previous standings.

Tags

Israel, Elections, Lebanon, Likud, North, Otzma Yehudit, National Unity Party, Religious Zionist Party

This story was first published on jpost.com.