Netanyahu’s Bloc Wins Israeli Election Amid Arab Vote Surge
· World · Indian Express, The Hindu
Prime Minister Netanyahu’s Likud won 27 seats in the Oct. 27 vote, giving his bloc 53 of Knesset’s 120 seats, while Arab parties captured a record 19 seats amid a 77.9% overall turnout. The fractured result makes government formation difficult, as opposition parties need Arab support to reach a majority but most oppose relying on Arab lists. President Isaac Herzog is expected to meet Arab, opposition and Netanyahu blocs to explore coalition possibilities. The Knesset is scheduled to convene on Nov. 10 for swearing‑in, but a quick government is unlikely given the complex seat math.
Why it matters
Israeli politics is poised for a prolonged period without a stable government, potentially affecting security policy and regional diplomacy as Netanyahu’s handling of Arab representation becomes a central issue. The outcome also signals a shift in Arab political power, with the 19 seats giving them unprecedented leverage in coalition negotiations, while opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot’s bloc struggles to form a government without breaking campaign pledges. This uncertainty could delay critical d
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