Less than one-fourth of Israeli teenagers trust country's leadership, study shows

Israeli teenagers have low trust in their decision-makers, with only 27% believing elected officials are properly performing their obligations. A recent study by the National Student and Youth Council found that nearly three-quarters of participants feel a sense of belonging to the country, but there is a clear gap between connection to the State and trust in government. Many teenagers experience emotional stress, burnout, and instability, and feel they lack the strength and support to deal with hardships.