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Final Israeli election results show Netanyahu's Likud party falls short of majority

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud party failed to secure a majority in the Knesset, winning 53 seats. The opposition, led by Gadi Eisenkot, won 48 seats, while Arab parties took 19. Netanyahu has alleged foreign interference in the elections, prompting an investigation by the Shin Bet into claims of foreign funding to boost Arab voter turnout.

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In the recent Israeli elections, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud party fell short of the 61 seats needed for a majority, securing only 53 seats. The opposition bloc, led by Gadi Eisenkot, won 48 seats, and Arab parties received 19 seats. Netanyahu has accused foreign entities of interfering in the elections, which has led to an investigation by the Shin Bet into these claims. Israeli President Isaac Herzog has cautioned against stigmatizing Arab voters, emphasizing their democratic rights.

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  • Netanyahu's Likud party secured 53 seats in the Knesset.
  • The opposition bloc led by Gadi Eisenkot won 48 seats.
  • Arab parties obtained 19 seats in the election.
  • Netanyahu accused foreign interference of increasing Arab voter turnout.
  • The Shin Bet is investigating allegations of foreign funding.
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