Knesset seat distribution remains unchanged, despite growing uncertainty in security - poll

The distribution of Knesset seats has remained static this week, despite ongoing uncertainties in security, diplomacy, and politics, according to a Maariv poll conducted by Lazar Research. The survey reveals that opposition parties, particularly the Democrats, have failed to regain traction, falling to nine seats, a level below their pre-primary standing.

Overall, the political landscape shows the coalition holding 49 seats. The Zionist opposition parties collectively command 57 seats, with the potential to reach a 61-seat majority if they secure the four seats held by the Zionist Home party. Arab parties are polling at 10 seats, with the impact of recent discussions between Mansour Abbas and Yoav Segalovitz yet to be reflected. Parties like Balad and Blue and White remain below the electoral threshold.

The poll also gauged public opinion on coalition formations and potential agreements. A majority of Israelis, 55%, oppose including the Ra'am party in a future coalition, even if Segalovitz is placed high on the party's list. Support for this move stands at 20%, with 25% undecided. Furthermore, 54% of Israelis oppose the proposed roadmap for an agreement in Gaza, with opposition rising to 72% among voters for coalition parties.

In terms of prime minister suitability, Naftali Bennett continues to lead Benjamin Netanyahu, with 43% support compared to Netanyahu's 40%. Gadi Eisenkot also maintains a lead over Netanyahu, with 47% support versus 38%. Netanyahu's standing against Avigdor Liberman shows little change, with 42% supporting Netanyahu and 38% supporting Liberman. These poll results were gathered before the announcement of a new party formed by Gilad Erdan and Yuli Edelstein.