Israel's parliamentary election takes place amid tense atmosphere
Israel's parliamentary election is nearing its end, and its outcome will decide whether Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stays in power. His main rival is former army commander Gadi Eisenkot.
Parliamentary elections in Israel, a Middle Eastern country, are drawing to a close. The result will determine whether right-wing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu remains in power. The vote is taking place in a tense atmosphere, according to a report by Latvian Television (LTV).
Main contenders
Netanyahu's chief rival in this election is Gadi Eisenkot, a former commander of the Israeli army. He has promised to reconcile Israel's deeply divided society.
Why it matters
The outcome will show whether the country continues to be led by the current right-wing prime minister or by his challenger, whose campaign rests on a pledge to ease divisions in society.
The source gives no further details on the conduct of the vote or its results so far.
