Israeli parties submit slates for October Knesset elections
Israeli political parties have submitted their candidate lists for the upcoming October 27 Knesset elections. With 38 lists submitted, polls suggest a tight race where coalition building will be essential for forming a government.
Why it matters
The election is critical for Israel's political future, with significant public concern regarding the integrity of the democratic process.
Israeli political parties submitted their lists for the October 27 Knesset elections before Tuesday’s deadline.
x whatsapp-stroke copylink google Add Al Jazeera on Google info Benjamin Netanyahu, Israeli prime minister and leader of the Likud party, speaks during the party's presentation of new team members for the upcoming elections, in Jerusalem, September 8, 2026 [Abir Sultan/EPA] By Al Jazeera Staff Published On 9 Sep 2026 9 Sep 2026 Israeli political parties have submitted their slates for the Knesset elections on October 27.
Israeli media reported that 38 candidate lists were submitted to the Central Elections Committee before Tuesday’s deadline.
The candidate lists will be finalised on September 27 after the committee reviews them.
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