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Likud and Yisrael Shtiyu Tie at 23 Seats as Third Bloc Parties Fail to Cross Threshold
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By אבי וידר
First reported by N12 · Aug 9, 2026
What happened
A Kan News poll shows Likud and Yisrael Shtiyu tied at 23 seats each, with third bloc parties failing to cross the threshold. Netanyahu's bloc strengthens to 53 seats, while Arab parties could weaken it to 52. Netanyahu leads in prime minister preference, and emigration concerns remain low among most Israelis.
- 01Likud and Yisrael Shtiyu each receive 23 seats in the latest Kan News poll.
- 02Third bloc parties fail to pass the electoral threshold, limiting their Knesset presence.
- 03Netanyahu's bloc grows to 53 seats, with Arab parties potentially reducing it to 52.
- 04Democrats and Yisrael Beiteinu gain seats, while Bennett's Beyachad holds steady at 13.
- 05Netanyahu leads Bennett 41% to 31% in prime minister suitability ratings.
- 0618% of Israelis considered emigration recently, but 67% are not worried about the trend.
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