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Politics · 39m agoLikud Leads as Over 1.7 Million Votes Counted in Israeli ElectionThe Likud party is leading in the Israeli election with 1,774,362 votes counted, representing 31% of the ballots. Early results show the Likud would win 59 Knesset seats, while National Unity would get 46. This outcome suggests Benjamin Netanyahu could form the next government.Politics · 1h agoOver 1.2 Million Votes Counted in Israeli Election UpdateMore than 1.2 million votes have been counted in the latest update of the Israeli election results. The vote tally continues as officials process the remaining ballots. The ongoing count is providing a clearer picture of the electoral outcome. Further updates are anticipated as the tabulation progresses.Politics · 2h agoOver Half a Million Votes Counted in Israeli ElectionOver 500,000 votes have been counted from 1,660 polling stations in Israel's general election. The vote tally is continuing as officials process remaining ballots. The preliminary results reflect substantial voter turnout. Final results are expected to determine the composition of the next government.Politics · 3h agoOver 322,000 Votes Counted in Israeli ElectionMore than 322,000 votes have been counted from 908 polling stations in Israel's general election. The ongoing tally is a key step in determining the final election results. The process is expected to conclude soon, leading to the announcement of the official outcome.Politics · 3h agoNetanyahu Addresses Nation Live from Jerusalem International Convention CenterPrime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delivered a live address from the International Convention Center in Jerusalem on Sunday. The speech was broadcast live, covering national affairs and future direction. The event took place at the prominent Binyanei Ha'uma venue in Jerusalem.Politics · 4h agoForeign Minister: Clear Jewish Majority Appears LikelyForeign Minister announced that a clear Jewish majority appears to be forming, stating that "the night has only just begun." His comments suggest an ongoing process with potential for further developments, indicating the current situation is preliminary.Politics · 4h agoElection Update: Netanyahu Bloc Leads Change Bloc by Three SeatsAn updated projection for the Israeli election shows Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc leading the "change bloc" 52 seats to 49. Earlier projections had shown a tie between the two blocs. Arab parties are projected to hold 19 seats. The election is for the 25th Knesset, and final results are pending.Politics · 4h agoPollster Shlomo Filber Adjusts Forecast Back to 60 SeatsPollster Shlomo Filber has revised his election forecast, now predicting 60 seats for the Likud party. This update brings his projection back to a previous level, potentially impacting coalition-building possibilities. The reasons for the adjustment were not specified.Politics · 4h agoNetanyahu Gains 2 Seats in New Poll, Blocs TiedA Kan News poll shows Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc gaining two seats, resulting in a 60-60 tie between government and opposition blocs. The Likud party would secure 32 seats if elections were held today, an increase from previous polls. Overall public dissatisfaction with the government stands at 56%.Politics · 4h agoLikud Official Predicts Bloc Will Garner Around 58 SeatsA senior Likud official estimates the bloc will win around 58 seats in the upcoming elections. The official also believes Avigdor Lieberman's party will pass the electoral threshold regardless of the scenario. This projection suggests a difficult path to forming a majority government, as 58 seats are less than the 61 needed. The assessment reflects internal Likud calculations on electoral performance and coalition possibilities.Politics · 5h agoChannel 12 Releases Final Election Results Based on Sampled BallotsChannel 12 has released the final results from its sample ballot count for the recent election. The projections offer a definitive outlook on the election's outcome. These results are expected to closely align with the official tally from the Central Elections Committee. The sample count is a standard method for early election projections in Israel.Politics · 5h agoGadi Eisenkot to Deliver First Speech as Yisrael Beiteinu ChairmanGadi Eisenkot, chairman of the Yisrael Beiteinu party, will deliver his first speech as leader shortly. The address is set to take place at the party's election headquarters. This marks a significant moment for the party under its new leadership.Politics · 5h ago · also in 3 newsroomsKatz Urges Opposition to Wait for True Results Before Forming GovernmentForeign Affairs Minister Katz called on the opposition to wait for the final election results before announcing plans to form a minority government backed by Arab parties. He stated that such a move would contradict their pre-election pledges and suggested they might later deny their intentions. The minister's remarks highlight the complex coalition negotiations underway in Israel.Politics · 5h agoNew Poll Shows Likud Gaining Two Seats to 27A Channel 13 poll shows the Likud party gaining two seats to reach 27 mandates. Yesh Atid is projected to win 22 seats, and the Joint List 11 seats. The poll also indicates Ra'am and Yisrael Beiteinu each securing 7 seats. The results were released by Channel 13 news.Politics · 5h agoLapid Declares Victory for "Side That Brought More Votes"Former Prime Minister Yair Lapid declared that the "State of Israel saved itself" following the election, calling the result a "complete defeat" for his camp. He stated that the "side that brought more votes won" and must form a government. Lapid stressed the need to establish a "Zionist government," even if a broad coalition isn't immediate.Politics · 5h agoBennett Declares Victory for 'Servants' Coalition Over 'Draft Dodgers'Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett declared victory for his "coalition of servants" over the "coalition of draft dodgers" following recent election results, claiming Benjamin Netanyahu has lost. Bennett pledged to form a responsible government of "doers" and ensure the sacrifices of the current war are not in vain. He thanked his partner Yair Lapid and his campaign team for their unprecedented efforts.Politics · 5h agoSettlements Minister Vows to Prevent Arab Celebrations, Boost Israeli PresenceFinance Minister Bezalel Smotrich vowed to prevent Arab celebrations, which he believes are based on hopes of stopping Israeli settlement expansion in Judea and Samaria and Gaza. He pledged to establish settlements in Gaza and continue operations against Hezbollah, while also aiming to dismantle the Palestinian Authority. Smotrich reiterated his long-standing opposition to political cooperation with groups linked to the Muslim Brotherhood and stated that parties not condemning Hamas are illegitimate.Politics · 5h agoHaredi Party Chairman Declares 'Fear Barrier Broken' After Election ResultsMoti Lightner, chairman of the Haredi Public Party, stated that the "fear barrier has been broken" following election exit polls. He called the election historic for the Haredi community and declared it a victory despite facing threats and slander. Lightner expressed optimism for the future, comparing their stance to an "eternal people" not afraid of a long path.Politics · 6h agoPoll Shows Lieberman's Party Failing to Cross Election ThresholdA Channel 14 poll shows Avigdor Lieberman's Yisrael Beiteinu party failing to cross the electoral threshold, projected to receive only 2.9% of the vote. The survey, conducted by Midgam, suggests the party would not secure any seats in the upcoming Knesset elections. The results were published Tuesday evening.Politics · 6h agoVote Tally Begins as Initial Results EmergeThe official vote count has begun, with initial results from 15 polling stations representing 2,679 voters now available. The Central Elections Committee will provide continuous updates throughout the night. These early results are partial and expected to change as the counting progresses and data is verified.Politics · 6h agoFormer PM Naftali Bennett to Address Party Election HeadquartersFormer Prime Minister Naftali Bennett, currently the Chairman of the Together party, is set to deliver a speech. He will be speaking from the party's election headquarters in the near future. The speech is expected to cover election-related matters.Politics · 6h agoSecurity Increased at Eisenkot's Party Headquarters Ahead of VisitSecurity has been significantly increased at the headquarters of Gadi Eisenkot's party. This comes after it became apparent that Eisenkot is likely the leader of the second-largest political party in Israel. Shin Bet security personnel were deployed to bolster arrangements ahead of his arrival.Politics · 6h agoNetanyahu Expected to Speak at Binyanei Ha'uma ShortlyPrime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to give a speech at Binyanei Ha'uma in Jerusalem within the next hour. The specific reason for the address and its content have not yet been disclosed by the Prime Minister's office. The event is scheduled to take place shortly.Politics · 6h agoShas Cancels Election Event, Leader Deri Issues Statement InsteadThe Shas party has canceled a scheduled election event for this evening. Party leader Aryeh Deri will instead issue a statement. The cancellation is considered unusual for an election campaign.Politics · 6h agoShas Chairman Deri: Exit Polls Show Large GapsShas Chairman Aryeh Deri thanked supporters and party officials following exit polls that showed large gaps in the election results. He expressed confidence in Shas's performance based on internal data and awaited the final official results. Deri attributed the party's potential success to the extensive work of its activists.Politics · 6h agoBen-Gvir at Party HQ: "Tonight is Still Young"Otzma Yehudit leader Itamar Ben-Gvir visited his party's headquarters on election night, expressing optimism about their performance and the potential for a right-wing government. He highlighted the party's significant growth over recent election cycles. Ben-Gvir also reiterated his support for capital punishment for terrorists.Politics · 6h agoYair Golan Declares Netanyahu and Likud Fired by Israeli PublicYair Golan, Chairman of the Democrats, announced on election night that the Israeli public had voted out Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the Likud party. He called for the immediate formation of a "change government," emphasizing its urgency for national security. Golan criticized the outgoing government's performance and warned against political delays in establishing a new leadership, urging coalition partners to act decisively to save Israel.Politics · 6h agoOfer Winter Vows Long-Term Vision for New Right-Wing PartyOfer Winter, leader of the new right-wing party 'Am Yisrael,' stated the party is committed to a long-term vision and aims to provide a different leadership style on the right. He asserted the party's journey has just begun and they have faced significant opposition. Winter claimed that a "cruel" campaign against his party prevented the formation of a strong right-wing government.Politics · 6h agoYisrael Beiteinu Chairman Lieberman to Give First Response ShortlyYisrael Beiteinu party chairman Avigdor Lieberman will deliver his first public response shortly from the party's election headquarters. The statement is expected to address recent developments or election results.Politics · 7h agoParty Celebrates Despite Failing to Pass Election ThresholdThe "Amcha Israel" party celebrated at their headquarters despite projections showing they did not pass the electoral threshold in the recent elections. Supporters were seen dancing, indicating a festive atmosphere despite the likely failure to gain Knesset representation. Official results are still being finalized.More from Hamal