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Netanyahu will stand in Israel's next national election, his party says

Netanyahu will stand in Israel's next national election, his party says

Summary

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will run in the country's national election planned for late October 2026, his party announced. This follows US President Donald Trump questioning whether Netanyahu, who has faced health issues and legal troubles, intended to continue in politics.

Key Facts

  • Benjamin Netanyahu is Israel’s longest-serving prime minister.
  • The next Israeli national election is scheduled for late October 2026.
  • Netanyahu's Likud party confirmed he will seek re-election.
  • President Trump expressed uncertainty about Netanyahu’s political future in a recent interview.
  • Netanyahu is currently on trial for corruption charges.
  • Netanyahu has had several health procedures recently, including surgery for a prostate tumor and the implantation of a pacemaker.
  • Netanyahu has been leading Israel during ongoing conflicts with Hamas in Gaza, Hezbollah in Lebanon, and Iran.
  • There was a tense exchange between Netanyahu and Trump days before Trump’s comments.
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