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Israeli election defeat sparks surge in racism against Palestinians
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The election defeat of a major political faction in Israel has triggered widespread racist rhetoric and violence targeting Palestinians, according to Middle East Eye. The outlet reported that the electoral result has created conditions in which anti-Palestinian sentiment cuts across political lines, affecting Palestinians regardless of their own political affiliation.
The reported surge in racist speech and acts follows a divisive election cycle, reflecting broader tensions in Israeli society over Palestinian rights and territorial disputes.
