LoginDeadlock in Israeli elections means weeks of political jockeying
28 October 2026 at 20:49
With no clear winner in Israeli elections, the opposition has to decide if it allies with Arab parties.
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- Ex-Israeli diplomat calls opposition's refusal to work with Arab parties 'reckless'
Ex-Israeli diplomat calls opposition's refusal to work with Arab parties 'reckless'
28 October 2026 at 08:46
Why a stronger showing for Arab parties may not translate into political power in Israel.
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With most votes counted, Israeli election reaches a stalemate
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The remaining votes to be counted are not expected to change the outcome, paving the way for weeks of negotiations to form a coalition government and for a prime minister to be chosen.
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Israeli election results show no clear winner between Netanyahu, opposition
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It could be weeks before a a clear winner emerges in the tense national election in Israel. Right now, neither Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu nor his opposition has a clear path to victory.
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