FALQs: Israel’s Upcoming Election on October 27, 2026

The Knesset (Israel’s parliament) will dissolve on July 17, 2027, clearing the way for the country to head to elections. The dissolution of the Knesset marks the end of the current parliamentary term and triggers the electoral process, with Israelis returning to the polls on October 27, 2026, to elect the Knesset’s single-house 120 members parliament. This post provides information on the Israeli system of government and on election procedures.