IDI President Yohanan Plesner on the 2026 Israeli Elections

Описание: Israel is entering a pivotal election year—its first since the judicial overhaul and the war that began on October 7, 2023. Throughout the year, we're asking IDI experts what they're following this election season.
IDI President Yohanan Plesner shares three key issues he's watching.
1. National Security: There is much left to be done to advance regional stability and investigate the failures of October 7. This will be top of mind for Israelis this election season.
2. Ultra-Orthodox Conscription: Given the IDF’s urgent manpower needs and the post-war reality, conscription of ultra-Orthodox men could emerge as a decisive electoral issue.
3. Israel's Democratic Character: With the judicial overhaul back in full swing, questions surrounding the rule of law and Israel’s system of checks and balances are once again a central issue on the public agenda.