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Thousands of Israelis Return Home to Vote in Upcoming Elections
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What Happened?
Ahead of the October 27 elections, thousands of Israelis abroad are returning home to vote, as the country does not permit postal or online voting for expatriates. An estimated 67,000 are expected to participate.
Key points
- Thousands of Israelis are flying back to Israel for the October 27 election.
- The country does not allow postal or online voting for citizens abroad.
- An estimated 67,000 Israelis are expected to return, with many from the US.
- The return of expatriates could influence the election outcome.
- Netanyahu's Likud party reportedly attempted to block a campaign to bring voters home.
Key insights
- The influx of voters from abroad may shift the balance in a tightly contested election.
- Political parties are increasingly aware of the influence of expatriate votes.
- The trend of Israelis leaving the country could affect future elections.
Why it matters
The return of expatriates could significantly impact the election results in a closely contested race.
Entities
Israel· CountryNetanyahu· PersonLikud Party· OrganizationBen Gurion Airport· Location
Source
India Today
