No clear majority in Israeli elections, Netanyahu bloc in the lead

As of noon, 84.5% of the votes were counted, showing Likud with 27 seats and Yashar with 22. Neither bloc can form a majority, complicating government formation. Arab and Palestinian parties could potentially provide a majority with around 18 seats, marking a historic outcome against Netanyahu's government, but cooperation is uncertain. Yair Golan has called for collaboration with Arab parties, while Eisenkot remains opposed to including Palestinians in a coalition. Final results are expected Friday, with official announcements a week later.