Democrats, Religious Zionists, Likud set primary dates; general election on October 27

The Democrats will hold their primary on July 20, the Religious Zionist Party on July 26, and Likud on August 4, according to reports. The general election is scheduled for October 27, with candidate lists due by September 7.

The schedule released Sunday includes the previously reported dates for the Democratic, Religious Zionist, and Likud primaries. The Democrats primary is set for July 20, the Religious Zionist Party primary for July 26, and Likud primary for August 4. The schedule also sets the candidate list submission deadline for September 7 and the general election for October 27. The October 27 election date was previously reported as part of an agreement between the Haredi parties and the coalition. The timeline provides a clear electoral calendar for the upcoming primaries and general election.

• Strong5 days ago · 12:06 · 7 JulReligious Zionist Party to hold primaries on July 26
• Strong18:00 · 28 JunLikud Constitution Committee unanimously confirms August 4 primaries
• Strong17:39 · 28 JunHaredi parties agree to October 27 elections in exchange for full legislative sprint
• Strong2 hours ago · 17:58 · 12 JulKnesset elections set for October 27 as government completes full term

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