Arab Parties Become Kingmakers in Israel Election
Arab parties have emerged as kingmakers in Israel after Prime Minister Netanyahu fell short of a majority. Reports describe accusations of smear tactics and an anti-Qatar campaign in the election run-up. An Israeli agency's intelligence claims have also drawn attention.
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Context: Israel's Knesset has 120 seats, and a party needs 61 to form a government. When no bloc reaches that number, smaller parties such as Arab parties can decide which side governs.
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