The Israeli electoral campaign has entered an unexpectedly quiet phase, characterised by low voter engagement and public exhaustion following national trauma. Political discourse has narrowed to focus on military conscription and the October 7 intelligence failure, creating an opening for National Security Minister Gadi Ben Gvir, whose understated approach is attracting voters seeking refuge from political noise. The development poses a strategic threat to Prime Minister Netanyahu, who may need dramatic action to reinvigorate voter interest.

Sources: Israel Hayom