How Israel chooses its Prime Minister without citizens directly voting for one

Israel heads to parliamentary elections on 27 October, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu facing a stern test after the 7 October attacks. Here is a breakdown of how proportional representation and coalition talks decide who takes power.

New Delhi: Israel is set to hold parliamentary elections on 27 October to elect the 120-member Knesset, marking the nation’s first general election since the 7 October 2023 Hamas attacks and the ensuing regional conflicts.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, the country’s longest-serving leader, faces mounting public anger over intelligence and security failures. Recent polling cited by Reuters suggests his governing alliance could struggle to hold onto power.

Yet, voters heading to the polling booths do not........

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