Master negotiator Netanyahu must pull out all the stops to remain in power

Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud party remains the largest after the Israeli elections, but coalition formation is uncertain. Key shifts occurred, with Arab parties gaining significant seats, complicating negotiations. Netanyahu faces challenges from opposition leader Eisenkot, who aims to form a coalition. The Arab parties, with 19 seats, hold a crucial role but their cooperation remains contentious. Netanyahu must navigate alliances with extremist parties while potentially seeking support from opposition factions. The official results are expected on November 4, and both Netanyahu and Eisenkot will vie for the president's mandate to form a government.