Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has publicly criticised a coalition of five opposition leaders who have agreed to work together to increase voter turnout ahead of the country’s national elections on 27 October.
The five leaders, who represent a range of parties, have pledged to cooperate in order to secure a majority in the upcoming vote. By coordinating their campaigns and sharing resources, they aim to mobilise voters who may otherwise remain disengaged.
Netanyahu has described the move as a “united front against him,” arguing that the opposition’s collaboration could undermine his government’s chances of retaining power.
Israel’s parliamentary system means that the outcome of the election will determine the composition of the next Knesset and, ultimately, the leadership of the country.
With the election date set for 27 October, the political landscape is already heating up as parties and leaders prepare to appeal to the electorate in a highly contested race.
<small>Source: Al Jazeera — read the original story there.</small>
