Deadlock in Israeli elections means weeks of political jockeying
With no clear winner in Israeli elections, the opposition has to decide if it allies with Arab parties.
With no clear winner in Israeli elections, the opposition has to decide if it allies with Arab parties.

Why a stronger showing for Arab parties may not translate into political power in Israel.
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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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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.
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with former Israeli diplomat Alon Pinkas about what the Israeli election says about Benjamin Netanyahu's hold on power and the conflict with Iran.