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Netanyahu fails to secure majority
Coalition talks shrouded in uncertainty
In short
In Israel's general election, neither Netanyahu's bloc nor the opposition secured a majority.
Likud party maintained its position as the largest party with 27 seats, but fell short of an overall majority.
Arab parties won 19 seats, holding the key to forming a coalition government.
Key facts
| When | Final results from Israel's general election held on October 27 were announced on the 30th. |
|---|---|
| Who | Prime Minister Netanyahu's Likud party and Benny Gantz's Yesh Atid party are the main contenders. |
| What | Right-wing bloc won 53 seats, anti-Netanyahu camp won 48 seats, and Arab parties won 19 seats. |
| How | No bloc surpassed 61 seats of the 120-seat parliament, leaving coalition formation as a remaining task. |
What it means for me
Readers interested in international affairs may see Israel's coalition negotiations as a continuing Middle East news story.
