2026 Israeli Legislative Election
In short
Voting is taking place today, 27 October 2026, to elect all 120 members of the 26th Knesset.
What is happening
Polls have opened for the first legislative election held since the 7 October attacks. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his far-right coalition are facing a high-stakes vote that could determine the future of his leadership.
When
27 October 2026
Why it matters
The election follows a period of intense regional conflict and domestic political turmoil. The result will decide the governing coalition and the country's direction regarding security and judicial issues.
Easy to mix up
Do not confuse this with the previous cycle of five consecutive snap elections held between 2018 and 2022.