Israel: First exit polls show no clear winner, Arab parties make gains

Exit polls on Tuesday showed that the opposition bloc led by Israeli opposition candidate Gadi Eisenkot gained a narrow edge over Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud bloc in the Knesset. Likud, however, was projected to be the largest single party in the Israeli parliament.

Earlier coverage on GreyNews

1. Bibi's moment of truth: Israel votes in first general election since October 7Oct 27, 2026 · France 24
2. October 7 terror attacks loom large over Israel’s elections as Netanyahu fights for his futureOct 27, 2026 · The Independent
3. ‘Astronomical’ Arab turnout could reshape Israeli politics in key electionOct 27, 2026 · The National
4. Israel elections 2026 live: Polls open as Netanyahu’s far-right coalition faces first vote since October 7Oct 27, 2026 · The Independent
5. Israel votes in first election since October 7 attack as Netanyahu faces crucial testOct 27, 2026 · France 24

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