The Likud-led bloc emerged from the general election with the largest share of parliamentary seats but remains short of an outright majority. To secure governance, the coalition must bridge an eight-seat gap by courting far-right allies alongside former political rivals. Every available route to establishing this administration demands major concessions that could carry severe political costs.
Netanyahu's eight-seat problem
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Netanyahu’s eight-seat problem
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s Likud-led bloc won the most seats in the general election, but forming a government is another battle. From former rivals to far-right allies, Al Jazeera’s Nada Qaddourah explains why every route to a majority comes with a price.
Published On 3 Nov 2026
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