According to a poll in Israel, Prime Minister Ariel Sharon is ahead of Foreign Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in the race for leadership of the ruling right-wing Likud party. Yediot Aharonot, the Israeli newspaper that published the poll results, reports that Mr. Sharon has 54% and Mr. Netanyahu has 38% of the votes. Both are known for their hardline positions and policies against the Palestinians. Another Israeli newspaper, Maariv, states that in the parliamentary elections in January, the Likud party is likely to double its number of seats in parliament. Currently, Likud has 19 seats in parliament and is expected to increase this number to 35 in the next parliament. According to the same poll, the Labor Party is expected to lose several seats in parliament.
Sharon Leads Netanyahu in Likud Leadership Race
Ariel Sharon is leading Benjamin Netanyahu in the Likud party leadership race according to a recent poll, with Sharon at 54% and Netanyahu at 38%. The Likud party is also projected to significantly increase its parliamentary seats in the upcoming elections. This shift in leadership and parliamentary strength could impact Israeli policies towards Palestinians.
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📰 What Happened
A recent poll indicates that Ariel Sharon is leading Benjamin Netanyahu in the Likud party leadership race, with Sharon at 54% and Netanyahu at 38%. The Likud party is also projected to significantly increase its parliamentary representation in upcoming elections.
- Sharon is currently leading in the Likud leadership race according to a poll.
- The Likud party is expected to double its seats in the upcoming parliamentary elections.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
The Likud party has historically taken a hardline stance on security and Palestinian relations, and leadership changes can significantly influence Israeli policy.
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