Netanyahu's 59-seat victory is a clear shift in the political landscape, indicating a potential coalition government formation. The full results are expected to be announced shortly, with implications for Israel's political future.
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Netanyahu gains 59 seats in partial Israeli election results
28 October 2026 04:07 GMT
Partial results published by the Central Elections Committee show that the pro-Netanyahu bloc has gained 59 seats in contrast to 46 seats for the anti-Netanyahu bloc 46.
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