The rise of the post-October 7 Israeli: More traditional, more liberal, more Middle Eastern

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The rise of the post-October 7 Israeli: More traditional, more liberal, more Middle Eastern

Are Israelis actually becoming more liberal while also becoming more religiously traditional?

David Chassid

12:18 AM • June 29 2026 IDT

There are moments in history when a nation changes its identity. Not due to a change of government or a shift in policy, but due to a profound change that affects how people perceive themselves. It seems that the Hamas massacre of October 7 was such a moment for Israel.

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