Israel election results live: Exit polls soon as Netanyahu faces tight race
Al Jazeera reported that Israel’s election saw a high turnout, a result widely described as the most consequential in the country’s history.
Al Jazeera reported that Israel’s election saw a high turnout, a result widely described as the most consequential in the country’s history. The outlet added that exit polls were expected soon as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faced a tight race. Observers noted the unusually strong voter participation and the close contest could determine the direction of Israeli politics. With the vote characterised as historic, the coming poll results are likely to clarify the balance of power and the prospects for Netanyahu’s government.
Why it matters
The high turnout and close competition suggest the election could have a major impact on Israel’s political future.
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- Israel · Middle East
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- Netanyahu
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- Politics
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