Israelis flocked to the polls. Such turnout has never been seen before

Local elections in Israel saw a turnout of 66.7% by 6 PM, the highest since 1973. This is the first election since the Hamas attacks on October 7, 2023. Polls close at 10 PM, but may extend if queues form. Netanyahu's Likud faces opposition from a coalition led by Gadi Eisenkot. Polls suggest no majority for either bloc, with the opposition needing Arab party support. Netanyahu urged voters to participate, claiming higher Arab turnout. The campaign emphasizes avoiding Arab party involvement, despite Arab citizens holding equal rights. Key opposition leaders have already voted.