Israel elections: Arab coalition leader says country has ‘historic’ chance to change course

The Israeli elections held on October 27 have resulted in no clear majority, with the blocs led by incumbent Benjamin Netanyahu and Gadi Eisenkot both securing 53 and 48 seats respectively. The Joint List and Ra'am parties, representing Israel's Arab communities, have secured a record-breaking 19 seats, making them crucial players in the coalition talks.

To win, a bloc must secure 61 seats out of the 120-member Knesset. President Herzog is expected to begin consultations after publishing the official results on November 4, giving parties seven days to recommend a prime ministerial candidate. Negotiations are ongoing, with different alliances proposing various scenarios for the formation of the next government, each with its own set of conditions and potential challenges.