Israel's Election Deadlock: Arab Parties Break Records

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Israel's election has ended in a political deadlock, with neither Benjamin Netanyahu's ruling coalition nor Gadi Eisenkot's opposition alliance securing the 61 seats needed to form a government. Netanyahu's bloc holds 53 seats, while Eisenkot's alliance has 48. Arab parties, including the Joint List and Ra’am, have secured a record 19 seats in the 120-member Knesset. This marks a significant shift, as Arab-led parties have historically struggled to gain traction. The election results show a surge in support for these parties, with the Joint List winning 12 seats and Ra’am securing 7. Despite this, forming a government remains uncertain, as both major blocs have ruled out alliances with Arab parties. The next steps involve President Herzog consulting party leaders and potentially calling for new elections if no coalition can be formed. Official results are expected around November 4.

Reporting: Indian Express World

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