Netanyahu's coalition leads after 50% of votes counted in Israeli elections, with exit polls showing a close race between his bloc and the opposition. The results could lead to weeks of political negotiations to form a government.
Exit polls indicate Netanyahu's bloc and the opposition are neck and neck after 50% of votes are counted, with neither side securing a majority. Far-right religious parties and Arab parties could play a key role in coalition negotiations.
The Israeli public has voted against Netanyahu's leadership, with Eisenkot emerging as his strongest challenger. The outcome could lead to a prolonged period of political uncertainty as smaller parties may influence the formation of a government.
Eisenkot has ruled out forming a government with Arab parties, complicating his path to power. The high voter turnout and fragmented political system mean coalition negotiations could take weeks or months, with the possibility of a second election if no government can be formed.