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Israel is preparing to hold its first national election since the Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas-led attacks and the vote is shaping up to be a major test for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
For decades, Netanyahu has built his political career on a promise to keep Israelis safe. But with Oct. 7 happening on his watch, his opponents are challenging that reputation.
With Israelis heading to the polls this week, FRONTLINE examines the political playbook that made Netanyahu the country's longest-serving prime minister and whether it can work again.