Israelis hold final rally against Netanyahu before election

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 25 Oct, 00:02 · Archive

Thousands gathered in Tel Aviv for a final rally against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ahead of Tuesday's election.

A large crowd gathered in Tel Aviv for a final protest against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his government days before Tuesday's election. The rally echoed weekly demonstrations that had previously called for the release of hostages taken into Gaza during the October 7, 2023 attack.

The crowd heard calls for a commission of inquiry into the security failures that led to the Hamas-led attack and subsequent war in Gaza. Netanyahu has refused to establish such an inquiry. Netanyahu's chief rival, Gadi Eisenkot, attended the rally, which was described as particularly significant given it represents the final major protest before voters go to the polls.

The election has been characterised as the most consequential in Israel's history. Netanyahu has faced criticism over his handling of hostage releases, with allegations that he delayed deals to free captives sooner, though all hostages or their remains were eventually released.

How it is being reported

• Israelis hold final rally against Netanyahu before Tuesday's electionPittsburgh Post-Gazette · 24 Oct, 21:19
• Israelis hold final rally against Netanyahu before election, and other Mideast newsIsraelis held a final large rally against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ahead of what has been described as the most consequential election in the country’s history.TribLIVE · 24 Oct, 18:44

In this story: Benjamin Netanyahu · Gadi Eisenkot · Israel · Tel Aviv · Gaza

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