Voting in Israel’s election is under way, with turnout reaching the highest level since 1973 by the halfway stage, several outlets report. Al Jazeera and others say that by mid-afternoon—around 2 p.m.—about 45% of eligible voters have cast ballots.
Deutsche Welle and Middle East Eye both cite figures that place turnout at roughly 44.9% at 2 p.m., describing it as a record since turnout records began in 1973. India Today frames the same turnout development as a 1973-era high while emphasising that the election is closely contested.
Across coverage, the shared focus is early voting momentum and what it may signal for the race’s competitiveness. Where outlets differ, it is mainly in wording and emphasis: some underline the record and timing, while others lead with the expectation of a tight contest or possible stalemate. None of the summaries provided add details beyond turnout levels and the sense of the election being highly anticipated and close.
