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Israel’s political paradox: Netanyahu holds on with 53 seats as divided opposition struggles despite 67

A divided opposition could keep Benjamin Netanyahu in office despite his loss of a parliamentary majority, as a record 19 seats for Arab parties complicates coalition negotiations and President Isaac Herzog calls for political compromise

Netanyahu wins largest share of vote but falls short of majority as Israel faces political deadlock

With 84.5% of polling stations counted, Benjamin Netanyahu's coalition is projected to win 54 seats, compared with 49 for Gadi Eisenkot's bloc and 17 for Arab parties, raising the prospect of prolonged coalition negotiations or fresh elections

No clear victory in Israel: Netanyahu holds narrow lead over Eisenkot in election as neither bloc secures majority

With 57.3% of polling stations counted, Netanyahu’s bloc is projected to win 55 seats against 49 for the opposition, leaving Arab parties holding a potentially decisive 16 seats in the 120-member Knesset

Israel election cliffhanger: Netanyahu’s Likud comes first, but Eisenkot claims mandate for change as exit polls point to deadlock

No clear governing majority emerges as the polls close in Israel's first election since the 7 October attacks – Opposition leaders declare Netanyahu defeated, Arab parties make historic gains and President Herzog faces a crucial decision over who should form the next government

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