DUBAI: Ministers from the Israeli Transportation Ministry are reportedly exploring ways to limit the number of Israelis living abroad who can return to the country to vote in October’s election, according to a report by Haaretz. Citing sources familiar with the discussions, the newspaper reported that officials are concerned that tens of thousands of expatriate Israelis could travel back to cast ballots for parties that are opposed to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

In past elections, Israelis abroad have faced tough decisions about whether to fly home to vote - most recently in 2022, when Israel had a fifth round of elections in four years.

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Transportation Ministry officials, concerned that tens of thousands of Israelis could return to the country to vote for parties that do not support PM Netanyahu, are considering…

Ministry officials reportedly believe that Minister Miri Regev may be aiming to reduce the number of flights for Israelis returning to vote, as many may be likely to vote against…

DUBAI: Ministers from the Israeli Transportation Ministry are reportedly exploring ways to limit the number of Israelis living abroad who can return to the country to vote in…

PM's allies look to restrict flights into Israel potentially carrying anti-Netanyahu voters ahead of 27 October election