Israel goes to the polls in national elections on February 26 . Those remaining outside the ruling coalition make up the opposition . 34 parties bidding for 120 seats in the Knesset , Israel 's parliament . Turnout among Israel 's 5.3 million eligible voters expected to be high . Election follows collapse of Kadima - led coalition , resignation of ex - PM David Olmert .
Israel goes to the polls in national elections on February 26 . 34 parties bidding for 120 seats in the Knesset , Israel 's parliament . Turnout among Israel 's 5.3 million eligible voters expected to be high . Election follows collapse of Kadima - led coalition , resignation of ex - PM David Olmert .