Netanyahu's Opponents Seek Alliance with Palestinian-Israeli Parties After Inconclusive Election
· World · ABC News (AU), Indian Express
Following Israel's inconclusive 2026 election, Benjamin Netanyahu's political opponents are exploring alliances with Palestinian-Israeli parties to form a government. Netanyahu's Likud party secured 53 seats, while the anti-Netanyahu bloc, led by Gadi Eisenkot, holds 48 seats, and Arab Israeli parties have 19 seats, totaling 67 for the opposition. Netanyahu had attacked Palestinian-Israeli voters on social media on election day, accusing them of electoral fraud, claims dismissed by election officials and the Shin Bet chief. An extraordinary 80% of eligible Palestinian-Israelis voted, driven by anger over the government's handling of crime in their towns.
Why it matters
This political deadlock and the potential for an unprecedented alliance with Palestinian-Israeli parties could significantly reshape Israel's political landscape. It highlights the growing influence of Palestinian-Israeli voters and the challenges in forming a stable government amidst deep political divisions.
Read the original report — ABC News (AU)
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