Israeli election draws tens of thousands of citizens flying back to vote
Tens of thousands of Israelis are returning home to vote in a tight election.
TL;DR
- An estimated 80,000 Israelis living abroad are returning to vote in a very tight election.
- Israel does not allow voting from abroad, except for diplomatic missions.
- The election features Benjamin Netanyahu of Likud against Gadi Eisenkot of Yashar.
- Key issues include security, ultra-Orthodox conscription, and judicial reform.
- Voter turnout is expected to be very high, potentially reaching 87%.
- The organization Fly & Vote, funded by private donations, helps facilitate travel for voters abroad.
- Airlines like El Al, Arkia, Israir, United, Delta, Lufthansa, and British Airways are flying to Israel.
- The election result could shape Israel's political, security, and economic future.