Explainer-Israeli vote to dissolve parliament may bring elections forward
Israel's parliament is set to vote on a bill to dissolve itself, which could lead to early elections. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces declining support and challenges from opposition parties, with polls indicating he may lose the upcoming election. The ultra-Orthodox faction's withdrawal of support has prompted this move, as they seek to address unmet coalition promises.
- ▪The Knesset is expected to vote on a bill to dissolve itself, potentially bringing elections forward.
- ▪Netanyahu's coalition has been losing support, with polls showing they may not secure a majority.
- ▪The ultra-Orthodox faction has announced it no longer sees Netanyahu as a partner, prompting the dissolution vote.
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Explainer-Israeli vote to dissolve parliament may bring elections forwardSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu attends a session of the Knesset, Israel's parliament, in Jerusalem, January 26, 2026. REUTERS/Ronen ZvulunPublished May 20, 2026, 04:24 PMUpdated May 20, 2026, 04:24 PMJERUSALEM, May 20 - Israel's parliament is expected to vote on Wednesday on a bill to dissolve itself, potentially bringing forward by a few weeks the next national election, which surveys predict Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will lose.WHEN IS THE BALLOT?An election date is yet to be set. Israel is supposed to hold elections every four years, but early elections have happened often.
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