October 7 survivors running for Israeli parliament in Tuesday elections
At least nine Israelis were affected by the October 7 attacks. They are running for parliament on Tuesday.
At least nine Israelis touched by the October 7, 2023 attacks are standing for election to parliament on Tuesday. These candidates seek to reshape Israel's government.
Noam Tibon, a retired major general, rescued his son during the attacks. Tibon is running with the centrist Together party.
It is led by former prime ministers Yair Lapid and Naftali Bennett. Shira Shapira's son Aner died protecting festival-goers.
Aner caught and threw back grenades during an attack. Shapira is running for the Yashar party.
Sharon Sharabi's brother was held hostage for 491 days. Sharabi's other brother died in captivity.
Sharabi is running for the Yisrael Beytenu party. Opposition leaders have promised a broad inquiry into October 7.
This would happen if they defeat Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Not all candidates oppose Netanyahu.
Some are running on his Likud ticket.
- At least nine
- Survivors running
- Founded 1951, 750 metres from Gaza border
- Nahal Oz kibbutz
- Tuesday
- Election date
Why it mattersVictims and survivors of October 7 are moving directly into politics. They are pushing for accountability and policy change.
AustraliaNo direct Australian effect yet, though the outcome of Israeli elections influences Middle East stability and Australia's regional relationships.
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