Former military chief Gadi Eisenkot is among his main challengers
People across Israel are heading to the polls today in the country's first general election since 2023's October 7 attacks.
It follows a year dominated by war, violence in the West Bank and domestic disagreements.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is seeking another term - with former military chief Gadi Eisenkot among his main challengers.
His Likud party has led the government for much of the past two decades.
Security, the cost of living and the government's handling of wars are some of the key issues facing voters.

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