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African nations monitor Israel election as Gaza war strains regional ties
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African countries are closely watching Israel's October 27 election, viewing it as a potential turning point for bilateral relations strained by the war on Gaza, Al Jazeera English reported. The vote comes as Israel faces diplomatic pressure across the continent, from Morocco to South Africa, where public opinion has shifted sharply against Israeli military operations.
The election will test whether Israel can preserve its historically significant diplomatic and economic partnerships in Africa despite deepening rifts over Gaza. Several African nations have taken stronger positions on Palestinian rights in recent months, signaling that the conflict's trajectory could reshape the region's geopolitical alignments.
