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Trump Takes Credit for Netanyahu's Stronger-Than-Expected Election Showing
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U.S. President Donald Trump claimed his endorsement helped Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu perform better than expected in parliamentary elections. As vote counting continued, Netanyahu's right-wing bloc was projected to fall short of the 61 seats needed for a majority in the 120-member Knesset. Trump amplified his claims on social media, stating his endorsement turned the tide for Netanyahu. The results remain fluid, with coalition negotiations expected to be difficult for both Netanyahu and his rivals.
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- Donald Trump claimed his endorsement helped Benjamin Netanyahu's election performance in Israel.
- Netanyahu's right-wing bloc showed stronger results than polls predicted as votes were counted.
- Neither bloc had secured the 61 seats needed for a majority in the 120-member Knesset.
- Preliminary results showed Netanyahu's bloc with 57 seats, four short of a majority.
- Trump amplified his claims on social media, citing a statement from Irving C. Schwartz.
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