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Israel’s Election Deadlock Opens the Door to Another Iran Offensive

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Netanyahu’s bloc fell eight seats short of a Knesset majority on October 27, winning 53 of 120 seats to 48 for Gadi Eisenkot’s camp. The Arab parties took a record 19 on turnout of about 80% in Arab communities, up from 54% in 2022.

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  3. Qatari mediators return to Tehran to push for US-Iran deal, official saysOct 30, 2026 · The Straits Times
  4. Netanyahu bloc in lead without majority in Israel election, say official resultsOct 30, 2026 · France 24
  5. Each of the three options facing US in confrontation with Iran carries strategic lossesOct 28, 2026 · Tehran Times

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