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Why Netanyahu is accusing Arab Parties of 'stealing' Israel election and what officials found

Netanyahu says Arab-led parties stole Israel's election with foreign money. Police and election officials say there is no evidence. Here is why the claim matters for who forms the next government.

5 min read Oct 31, 2026 11:00 AM IST First published on: Oct 31, 2026 at 08:06 AM IST

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks to supporters at Likud party headquarters in Jerusalem following the release of the first exit poll results in Israel's general election. (Photo: AP)

Israel election results 2026: Israel election has led to a political deadlock with no party crossing the majority mark. Even as the parties deliberate on fresh strategy and new alliances, the Arab parties with their unprecedented performance are hard to ignore.

The Arab parties, that include Joint List and Ra’am, have secured 19 seats, a performance triggered by a record turnout.…