Israel's 2026 Election: A Jewish-Arab Alliance Could Unseat Netanyahu, but Obstacles Remain

As Israel prepares for its next Knesset election on October 27, 2026, the possibility of a government change looms. A potential alliance between Jewish and Arab parties, combined with other opposition groups, could theoretically remove Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu from office. However, such a 'coalition of reason' is currently hindered by racism and resentment. The election comes at a time when Israel is engaged in three simultaneous wars: against Iran, in Lebanon, and in the Gaza Strip. Netanyahu faces little significant international pressure, which diminishes the likelihood of a direct confrontation between Israelis who seek reconciliation with Palestinians and those who are not seriously disturbed by the confrontational course. A majority of Israelis believe that national security is only guaranteed through the pursuit of maximalist Zionist goals, including claims to territories captured in 1967, with some groups advocating for further expansion. The article, published in the German newspaper 'der Freitag', was written by Sabine Kebir and discusses the political landscape and the challenges of forming an alternative government.