Which way will Israel break? Netanyahu still in it after election night surprises
Summary
Israel is still counting ballots after a national election with the highest turnout in decades and major gains for Arab parties. Benjamin Netanyahu’s Likud had its worst result since 1999, but he may still form a coalition; the final balance will depend on negotiations among parties seeking seats in the 120-member Knesset.Key Facts
- Ballot counting was still underway on October 28, 2026.
- The election had the highest turnout in decades, according to the article.
- Arab parties made historic gains, and Arab Israeli voters turned out in large numbers.
- Netanyahu’s result was his worst since 1999, but he still had a possible path to power.
- Eleven parties were expected to make up the next 120-seat Knesset.
- Coalition talks were expected to address whether Arab parties could support or join a government.
- The article identifies disputes over religion, Israel’s democracy, and Netanyahu’s policies as issues in the coalition negotiations.
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