# Why Israeli Gen Z voters are drawn to the far right

https://mins.news/en/item/107687

- BBC News, 2026-10-20 08:53 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cmvg632xgndeo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

> More than half a million young people are set to vote for the first time in Israel’s election next week. Polls indicate that over 16% plan to back far-right parties, with National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir attracting support from young voters who say he offers security. Critics accuse him of sowing discord.

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