Live Updates: Election Day: Israel heads to the polls as voting opens nationwide in pivotal Knesset race
Netanyahu and Eisenkot’s blocs go head-to-head with neither side having a clear path to a Knesset majority, according to final polls • Arab, haredi, and overall voter turnout could prove decisive
Follow us on GoogleIsraelis cast their vote on Election Day in Jerusalem on October 27, 2026.(photo credit: Marc Israel Sellem/Jerusalem Post)
Election Day: A complete guide to Israel’s political parties and what they stand for
The Jerusalem Post has prepared a series of explainers breaking down the platforms, leaders, and main positions of the main parties running in the election.
ByJERUSALEM POST STAFFCampaign posters featuring Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Gadi Eisenkot are seen in Tel Aviv, October 22, 2026(photo credit: MIRIAM ALSTER/FLASH90)Go to the full article > >
Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister's Office Almog Cohen votes in Ofakim alongside wife, son
ByJERUSALEM POST STAFFAlmog Cohen votes in Ofakim, October 27, 2026.(photo credit: FAIR USE UNDER ISRAELI COPYRIGHT LAW, ARTICLE 27A)
Shas head Arye Deri votes in Jerusalem
ByJERUSALEM POST STAFFArye Deri places his ballot on Election Day on October 27, 2026.(photo credit: YAAKOV COHEN)
Storm threatens flash floods, road closures in south as Israelis head to polls
The public is urged to stay away from streambeds amid a real risk of life-threatening flash floods in the southern Negev, Arava, Judean Desert and Dead Sea area as Israelis vote.
ByJERUSALEM POST STAFFA Yashar party sign set on fire in Dimona.(photo credit: Ilana Curiel)
How you can access free public transportation to get to polling booths on Election Day - explainer
Free public transportation will be available to all passengers, not just eligible voters, on approximately 660 intercity bus routes and all Israel Railways lines.
ByUDI EZIONPassengers at Yitzhak Navon train station in Jerusalem on January 21, 2026.(photo credit: Chaim Goldberg/Flash90)Go to the full article > >
B'Yachad files complaint to CEC over suspected election interference by Likud, source tells 'Post'
ByJERUSALEM POST STAFFA voter places their ballot on Election Day in Israel on October 27, 2026.(photo credit: Marc Israel Sellem/Jerusalem Post)
Election day starts off smoothly
BySHIR PERETSPeople participate in a street poll ahead of Israel’s upcoming general elections at the Mahane Yehuda market in Jerusalem, October 20, 2026. (photo credit: CHAIM GOLDBERG/FLASH90)
The Rishon Lezion cast his vote in Jerusalem
ByNAHUM PERRY, ANNA BARSKYRishon Lezion, the Sephardic Chief Rabbi, voting in Jersualem.(photo credit: FAIR USE UNDER ISRAELI COPYRIGHT LAW, ARTICLE 27A)
Moment of silence held at Hostage Square to mark opening of Election Day
ByJERUSALEM POST STAFFA moment of silence is held marking the opening of Election Day at Hostage Square.(photo credit: SCREENSHOT FROM N12)Israel votes 2026: All you need to know
Some 7.3 million eligible Israelis will decide between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's right-wing bloc and Gadi Eisenkot's diverse opposition bloc.
A party must receive at least 3.25% of valid votes to enter the Knesset.
Most polling stations are open from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Some locations have different hours.
The Jerusalem Post will provide real-time election coverage throughout the day, including a live broadcast of the exit polls and their implications, starting from 9:30 p.m.
