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Netanyahu's Coalition Leads in Israeli Elections, Short of Majority
✍️ Aaj Tak
🗓 28 Oct 2026, 11:10 PM
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With 85% of votes counted in Israel's October 27th parliamentary elections, Netanyahu's coalition is leading but falls short of a majority needed to form a government. The outcome remains uncertain as both major coalitions are still far from the required 61 seats.
Israel's parliamentary elections have resulted in a fragmented political landscape, with neither major coalition securing a clear majority. With 85% of the votes counted, Netanyahu's right-wing bloc is projected to win 53 seats, while the opposition alliance is predicted to secure 48 seats. Arab parties are estimated to hold 19 seats. While both coalitions may see slight adjustments in their seat tallies, they remain significantly short of the 61 seats required to form a government.