Elections for local councils and mayors of Israeli cities will be held on October 30. Candidates are becoming more and more active, trying to increase turnout and attract as many supporters as possible to their side.
The position of mayor, especially in large Israeli cities,…
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On October 30, 2018, Israel will hold municipal elections in which Israelis will vote for mayors and local councilors.
Unlike previous elections, which were held on a normal workday, this time it was decided to declare an official all-Israeli day off.