Israel faces political deadlock following high-turnout election
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Benjamin Netanyahu, Gadi Eisenkot, Isaac Herzog
Israel
October 2026
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Israel held a high-turnout election resulting in a deadlock between Netanyahu's bloc and the opposition. Neither major bloc secured the 61 seats required to form a government. Arab parties, particularly Raam, may play a critical role in future coalition negotiations. President Herzog will designate a candidate to attempt government formation.
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