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Israeli opposition tops new poll as Netanyahu allies explore voting restrictions
A new poll shows an Israeli opposition bloc could form a government without Palestinian-majority parties, projected to secure 61 seats in the 120-seat Knesset. Netanyahu allies are exploring measures to restrict incoming flights and polling stations to limit votes against him ahead of the 27 October election.
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