„Dacă nu ne trezim acum”. Tactica lui Netanyahu, după fenomenul remarcat la urne. Replică din tabăra arabă: „De ce le este frică?”

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his far-right coalition partners are urging supporters to vote, citing increased Arab voter turnout as a threat. This tactic has been criticized by Arab politicians as racist and inflammatory. Netanyahu highlighted long lines at Arab polling stations and warned that failure to mobilize could lead to a government led by Arab politicians. The Arab population, making up about 21% of Israel, traditionally votes at lower rates. Arab leaders argue that strong turnout could pave the way for an alternative government. Netanyahu's warnings echo previous campaigns where he portrayed Arab participation as a danger, drawing accusations of racism. The elections follow recent conflicts and rising violence in Arab communities, with Netanyahu's coalition potentially losing its parliamentary majority.