Israel's parliament dissolved early Friday, ending Prime Minister Netanyahu's coalition government. Controversial bills were passed in marathon sessions before the dissolution occurred. Elections are now scheduled for October 27, following a period of political instability. Opposition parties are showing increased support in recent opinion polls. This dissolution marks a rare end to a full four-year parliamentary term.

Israel's parliament has dissolved after passing a series of controversial bills in marathon sessions in its last few days.

The Party Financing Law, which contained this provision, was adopted overnight in its second and third readings, It was supported by 62 out of 120 lawmakers, with no abstentions

Israel's parliament dissolved early Friday, ending Prime Minister Netanyahu's coalition government. Controversial bills were passed in marathon sessions before the dissolution…