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In a statement from Likud reposted on social media by Netanyahu, the right-wing party railed against early results from Tuesday night’s elections, claiming “evidence of election theft in many Arab polling stations” and urging law enforcement agencies to “act harshly and swiftly.”
Israel’s three-bloc split leaves Netanyahu's Likud short of a majority, forcing possible caretaker rule amid coalition tensions and Arab-party leverage.
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Israel elections result live: Netanyahu's bloc maintains lead in 53 seats; Arab parties signal willingness to join Gadi Eisenkot's coalition
India, Oct. 29 -- Israel's Central Elections Committee (CEC) has counted close to 91% of the votes and the ruling party Likud remains in the lead. Meanwhile, Arab parties are open to joining the Gadi Eisenkot-led coalition.
Residents of Gaza’s southern city of Khan Younis are closely watching Israel’s election. They hope that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu loses but doubt a change in leadership will significantly improve their lives.
Israeli Prime Minister and Likud party leader Benjamin Netanyahu speaks following exit polls for Israel's national election, at Likud's election headquarters in Jerusalem, October 28, 2026. REUTERS/Ammar Awad JERUSALEM,
