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A quick guide to Israel's high-stakes elections
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Israel is holding its first elections since the Hamas-led attacks of 2023 triggered a chain of conflicts across the region — a quick guide the key players, issues and when to expect a result. (Image credit: Oded Balilty)
Israel is holding its first elections since the Hamas-led attacks of 2023 triggered a chain of conflicts across the region — a quick guide the key players, issues and when to expect a result. (Image credit: Oded Balilty)
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