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Israel’s global image is in free fall. Why isn’t it a bigger issue in the election?

Times of Israel26 October 2026, 02:55 UTCPalestine

As hostility toward Israel grows over Gaza war and settler violence, many voters believe problem beyond their control and accept Netanyahu's argument issue rooted in antisemitism

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