Israeli jurist; Deputy President of the Supreme Court (since 2025) and Central Elections Committee chair
Attal has kept a busy campaign schedule through the August holidays, aiming to close the gap with rival Edouard Philippe as France heads toward the 2027 vote. Other candidates slow down, prioritising rest for voters; Attal seeks to show determination and win over voters one by one.
Arab parties face disqualification challenges as Israel's election rules are tested. The Supreme Court and Central Elections Committee are at the center of rulings that could shape representation for Palestinian citizens ahead of the October 27 vote.
The IDF has issued a high alert and ordered a leave freeze across units as it prepares for Israel’s elections on October 27. The military is reinforcing West Bank deployment, and Prime Minister Netanyahu warns enemies not to test Israel’s resolve amid heightened regional tensions.