Early voting figures show nearly half of Israeli voters have already participated in the election by mid-afternoon, indicating strong preliminary turnout ahead of the official closing of polls. The pace suggests a high level of engagement among eligible citizens as the country decides its next government. Polling stations remain open for the remainder of the day, with results expected to gradually emerge as more ballots are counted. Observers will be watching whether this early enthusiasm translates into a decisive outcome or forces another round of negotiations among competing factions.
Almost 45 percent of Israeli voters had cast their ballots by mid-afternoon.
