Netanyahu’s Camp Loses Ground as Arab Vote Gains Weight in Coalition Talks

Preliminary Israeli election results point to a setback for Benjamin Netanyahu’s camp, raising questions about his ability to secure a governing majority.

The emerging picture places the Arab vote at the centre of efforts to form the next government. Its growing importance could shape which political camp is able to assemble enough support to govern.

Three possible scenarios are taking shape, with a minority government led by Eisenkot standing out as a prominent option. Such an arrangement would require support beyond the parties holding cabinet posts to remain in office.

The preliminary results do not yet establish whether Netanyahu will lose power. The outcome will depend on the final electoral picture and the willingness of competing factions to reach an agreement.

For now, the focus is shifting from the ballot count to the balance of power between potential partners, with Arab political support emerging as a potentially decisive factor.