- Netanyahu’s Likud remains the most voted party in Israel.
- Neither major bloc secured the 61 seats needed for a Knesset majority.
- Arab parties, securing a record 19 seats, could tip the balance.
In the latest parliamentary elections, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s Likud party emerged as the top vote-getter, yet it fell short of the 61 seats required for a decisive majority in the 120-seat Knesset. The fragmented results have left both the Likud-led coalition and the opposition bloc unable to command a clear mandate without external support.
Armed with a record-breaking 19 seats, the Arab parties have positioned themselves as potential kingmakers. Their support could be pivotal in forming a stable government, prompting negotiations across the political spectrum.
Political analysts warn that the lack of a majority may lead to a protracted coalition-building process, potentially delaying key policy decisions and affecting Israel’s domestic and international agenda.
Fuente: El Tribuno
