New exit poll data indicates a tight contest in Israel’s upcoming leadership race, with incumbent Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former military chief Gadi Eisenkot locked in a closely matched battle for the premiership. The results suggest shifting voter sentiment as the election nears, reflecting a highly competitive campaign where either candidate could emerge as the frontrunner. Analysts will be watching whether momentum shifts further before official vote counts are released. The poll underscores the significance of the election, where public trust in military leadership and governance experience may play decisive roles.
Polling published on Friday suggests incumbent Benjamin Netanyahu is almost neck-and-neck with former military chief Gadi Eisenkot in the race to become prime minister.
