Meanwhile, the predominantly Arab Joint List and Ra’am factions collectively accounted for the remaining 16 seats, potentially giving them a significant role in determining the balance of power in the next Knesset.
Several smaller parties were still below the electoral threshold of 3.25 per cent required to enter parliament. Reservists was polling at 2.7 per cent, while People of Israel stood at 1.8 per cent. Charedi Public was further behind, with just 0.3 per cent.
However, the figures remain provisional, and the distribution of seats could change as more ballots are processed. Votes submitted through double envelopes, including those cast by soldiers, are due to be counted later.
The final outcome will determine whether Netanyahu’s allies can secure a parliamentary majority or whether opposition parties and other political factions will have a decisive say in forming the next government.