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With at least 85 percent of ballots counted Netanyahu’s bloc falls to 53 seats

By · Via Middle East Eye · Published by Everything Blog

In short

The former prime minister's coalition stands at 53 seats as election officials process the vast majority of votes across Israel. Benjamin Netanyahu condemned Palestinian participation levels during the electoral process, characterizing the community's voter turnout as a shame and a disgrace. Observers continue to closely track subsequent updates as the remaining ballots undergo counting to determine the final parliamentary distribution.

Key points

  • Election officials continue counting remaining ballots to determine the definitive balanc…: Election officials continue counting remaining ballots to determine the definitive balance of political power.
  • Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc remains below a parliamentary majority based on the current vot…: Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc remains below a parliamentary majority based on the current vote tally.
  • Heightened political scrutiny surrounds Palestinian turnout figures following public crit…: Heightened political scrutiny surrounds Palestinian turnout figures following public criticisms from Benjamin Netanyahu.

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Live: ‘A shame and a disgrace’: Netanyahu rails against Palestinian turnout in Israeli elections

With at least 85 percent of ballots counted Netanyahu’s bloc falls to 53 seats

28 October 2026 15:16 GMT

Original source: www.middleeasteye.net

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