Israeli Election Deadlock, Coalition Uncertain

Israel Today: Ongoing War Report · Oct 28, 2026 · 2m · transcript

Israel's general election results are projected to be a deadlock, with exit polls from Kan 11, Channel 13, and Channel 12 indicating neither Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc nor the opposition, led by Gadi Eisenkot, securing a majority in the Knesset. The outcome leaves coalition formation uncertain for weeks, highlighting the significant role Arab parties may play. Separately, New York Governor Kathy Hochul commented that her job would be easier if Netanyahu loses, suggesting his handling of the war in Gaza contributes to antisemitism concerns in New York. The election saw record…