Voters Go to the Polls in Israel’s General Election

Voters in Israel are going to the polls for a general election. More than 30 parties and lists are competing in the race. To send members to the 120-seat parliament, these parties and lists are seeking to clear the electoral threshold of 3.25%.

Recent polls indicate that between 11 and 12 of the competing parties and lists will pass the 3.25% threshold. The polling estimate therefore puts the number of groups expected to clear the threshold, from among the more than 30 contesting the election, at 11 to 12.

The contest centers on parties and lists seeking to pass the threshold and secure representation in the 120-member parliament. The figure of 11 to 12 reflects a polling estimate, not a confirmed election result. The election is underway as voters cast ballots across Israel.