The Key Election Issues Dividing Israelis as They Vote

Israelis are casting votes in a high-stakes election that could potentially change the nation's leadership. A central issue dividing the electorate is the question of government accountability regarding failures during the Hamas-led attacks on October 7, 2023. Meanwhile, a new NPR/PBS News/Marist poll indicates that Democrats maintain a slight edge in the midterm elections with only one week remaining until Election Day. Both political events represent critical moments for their respective governments and leadership structures.