Netanyahu calls for a coalition government excluding Arab parties that support terrorism
Benjamin Netanyahu sought a broad coalition government without Arab parties after Likud won 27 seats in the election. He said the Jewish public chose Likud and that a majority opposes terrorism. Neither his coalition nor the opposition has the 61 seats needed for a majority. Talks to form a new government are set to begin on Wednesday.
- Netanyahu stated the Israeli public does not want a government depending on Ra'am and the Joint List.
- Benjamin Netanyahu requested a broad government coalition without Arab parties.
- Likud won 27 seats in the general elections.
- Netanyahu accused the United Arab List and Joint List of rejecting the existence of a Jewish state.
- Netanyahu's coalition fell to 53 seats while the opposition bloc secured 48.
- Netanyahu stated he is open to dialogue regarding those who do not support terrorism.
- Israeli President Isaac Herzog plans to begin consultations on forming a new government on Wednesday.
Outlets: ANSA, Arab48, Cyprus Mail, Haaretz, Kısa Dalga, N1 BiH, N1 Hrvatska, Observador, Perfil, Telegram.hr, The Jerusalem Post
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