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27 October 2026

Two Candidates, Two Israels, One Nation in the Balance

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Two Candidates, Two Israels, One Nation in the Balance

As Israel votes, hard-right nationalism competes with the country’s founding ideals. The outcome could shape Israel’s identity for years.

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