Israel Election 2026: Record 66.7% Turnout! Netanyahu and Eisenkot Make Last-Minute Pleas | BREAKING

Israel Election 2026: Record 66.7% Turnout! Netanyahu and Eisenkot Make Last-Minute PleasIsrael’s high-stakes election has hit a historic milestone, with voter turnout reaching 66.7% by 6 PM local time — the highest recorded at that hour. The surge in participation is raising the stakes in a fiercely contested battle that could reshape Israel’s political future.Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has issued urgent appeals to Likud supporters to head to polling stations, warning that strong turnout among Arab voters and political rivals could threaten his coalition. Meanwhile, opposition challenger Gadi Eisenkot is urging voters to turn out as his party seeks to unseat Netanyahu’s bloc.With security, military conscription, judicial reform and the country’s international standing among the key issues, the election is widely seen as a referendum on Netanyahu’s leadership.Could record turnout change the balance of power? Will Netanyahu retain his grip on government, or will the opposition gain the momentum it needs?Watch this report for the latest updates from Israel’s pivotal election and the battle for control of the Knesset.Subscribe to CNN-News18 for breaking international news, election updates and in-depth geopolitical analysis. -newsNews18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube