Hyderabad, Oct. 27 -- Israelis began voting on Tuesday, October 27, as the country holds its general election for the 26th Knesset, its parliament. The election is being described as among the most consequential in Israel's history, taking place amid scrutiny of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's leadership, the impact of the war in the Gaza Strip and divisions over the country's security and political future. It is the first parliamentary election since the Hamas-led attacks of October 7, 2023.

Netanyahu is seeking another term, facing opposition figures including former military chief Gadi Eisenkot and former prime minister Naftali Bennett. Voters will elect representatives to the 120-member Knesset, with a party or coalition needing ...