The final stretch: The parties' battle for every vote — and those still undecided

A day and a half before the polls open: party activists are working the field in a last-ditch effort to convince undecided voters, while many Israelis are landing from abroad specifically to cast their ballots.

A day and a half before the polls open for the 2026 elections, the political race reaches its peak. Party activists are working the field in a final effort to convince voters, on the streets, in supermarkets, and at intersections. Despite the proximity of election day, many Israelis are still undecided about whom to vote for. Meanwhile, many Israelis are landing at Ben Gurion Airport after flying in from abroad specifically to exercise their democratic right, and are being greeted by political activists. The article describes the general atmosphere and the sense that every vote could be decisive, but does not bring poll data or specific party positions.