Although Itamar Ben Gvir and his far-right allies anticipated a major surge in the recent Israeli elections, their parliamentary standing remained stagnant, securing the same 13 seats they previously held. Despite falling short of becoming a dominant political force, supporters in areas like Sderot—a city deeply impacted by the October 7 conflict—remain steadfast in their loyalty. For these voters, figures like Ben Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich are not just firebrands, but essential guardians of national security who offer the radical, uncompromising stance they believe is necessary for survival.

However, the political landscape is shifting, leaving the far-right coalition facing the potential of being sidelined as mainstream parties negotiate the future of the government. Experts note a paradox: while the far-right secured more raw votes than in 2022, high voter turnout neutralized their growth, leading to a sense of disappointment among their base. Many supporters now fear a scenario where Arab-Israeli parties gain influence or a unity government forms without their representatives. As coalition talks progress, these voters continue to look to Benjamin Netanyahu to bridge the divide, hoping he preserves the hard-line policies that defined his previous administration.