Protesters urge Jewish-Arab coalition to block Netanyahu — SkimNews
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- Thousands of protesters rallied in Tel Aviv demanding a 'Jewish-Arab' coalition to block Netanyahu from forming a government, emphasizing cross-communal political unity
- Netanyahu leads a bloc with 53 seats, falling short of the 61 needed for a majority, with Arab parties holding 19 seats and emerging as pivotal players
- Eisenkot is projected to lead a bloc with 48 seats, positioning him as Netanyahu’s main rival amid uncertainty over who will be tasked with coalition formation
- Arab parties are now seen as kingmakers in the government formation process, a shift underscored by protest demands for their inclusion in a unity coalition
Why it matters: With neither Netanyahu nor Eisenkot able to form a majority, Arab parties gain unprecedented leverage in shaping Israel’s next government. Their potential inclusion in a coalition could shift policy dynamics, particularly on West Bank and civil rights issues, marking a rare moment of structural political influence.
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