What we know so far about Israel's chaotic general election
Israel's general election held on the 27th had the highest turnout in more than 20 years. Votes are being counted, but there is still no clear winner. Our Middle East correspondent explains what we know so far.
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Israel's general election held on the 27th had the highest turnout in more than 20 years. Votes are being counted, but there is still no clear winner.
With 85% of votes counted, the ruling party led by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu leads the opposition, led by former military chief of staff Gadi Eisenkot. However, the ruling party has not yet achieved a majority.
As soon as the election results are confirmed, President Yitzhak Herzog will consult with all political parties and instruct the leaders he deems most promising to form a government. This could take several weeks.
Both Mr. Netanyahu and Mr. Eisenkot have said they will form a coalition government, but neither party is expected to win a clear majority. What does that mean for Israel's future?
BBC Middle East correspondent Yolande Nel reports from Jerusalem.
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