Arab parties won one in six seats in Israel’s election, making them potential kingmakers. Benjamin Netanyahu alleged the election was “stolen by Arab parties” and called for a police investigation as Arab voter turnout reached record levels.
WHO:
Arab parties; Benjamin Netanyahu
WHAT:
Arab parties won one in six seats in Israel’s election, while Benjamin Netanyahu alleged fraud and called for a police investigation.
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Reported Oct 29, 2026 at 1:52 PM ET
WHERE:
Israel
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Arab parties emerged as potential kingmakers after winning one in six seats; Netanyahu’s stated reason for calling for an investigation was his allegation that the election was stolen by Arab parties.
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