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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: Netanyahu and Eisenkot Seek to Lead Israel After Deadlocked Vote
Caption: Netanyahu and Eisenkot Seek to Lead Israel After Deadlocked Vote. Benjamin Netanyahu and rival Gadi Eisenkot are seeking to lead Israel after exit polls suggested deadlock. Netanyahu called for a strong right-wing government, while Eisenkot urged him to retire from Israeli politics. Neither claimed victory, as projections left both blocs below the 61 seats needed for a majority. Two broadcasters projected a 51-seat tie, while another gave Netanyahu's bloc a narrow lead over Eisenkot’s. Arab parties could prove decisive, but Eisenkot has effectively ruled out governing alongside them, complicating negotiations. Netanyahu could remain caretaker prime minister throughout lengthy coalition talks, or potentially until another election occurs. Eisenkot warned against politicising security as Netanyahu raised possible renewed action against Iran alongside President Trump. Final results are expected Thursday or Friday after turnout reached 77.7 percent, the highest in decades. Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
Keywords: Current Affairs & Politics,Benjamin Netanyahu,Gadi Eisenkot,Israel,Israeli election,exit polls,election deadlock,coalition government,right-wing bloc,61-seat majority,Arab parties,caretaker prime minister,voter turnout,Iran,Donald Trump,Israeli politics
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