Contenders seek to topple “King Bibi” 
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Israelis are voting in their fourth election in two years. In the past three elections, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s rivals came from the left – he now faces a challenge from right-wing contenders
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Benjamin Netanyahu, 71 Likud
His trial on charges of bribery, fraud and breach of trust – which he denies – has dominated Israel’s political life
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Yair Lapid, 57
Yesh Atid 
Former finance minister and TV journalist stands against corruption in Israel. His party is predicted to come second after Likud
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Naftali Bennet, 48
Yamina
Hawkish hi-tech millionaire with glowing military record. Plans to invigorate economy, slash taxes and create jobs
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Gideon Sa’ar, 54
New Hope
Former Likud cabinet minister who quit to topple Netanyahu. Campaigning on clean government and jump-starting economy
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Poll of polls (average of eight opinion polls, March 12-19) 

Likud  29.5 seats
Yesh Atid  19
Yamina   10.5
New Hope   9.5
                                                                                                                                                         120 seats                                                                                                                              61 seats needed to form coalition

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Sources: Haaretz poll of polls, Reuters Pictures: Associated Press © GRAPHIC NEWS