Netanyahu and Eisenkot each vow to form next government as exit polls predict stalemate

Summary

Exit polls after Israel's Tuesday election, held October 27, showed neither bloc reaching a parliamentary majority, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and rival Gadi Eisenkot projected to finish neck and neck. Both pledged to form the next government. Reports said neither bloc has a majority that could form a coalition without violating campaign promises. Parties across the political spectrum celebrated, but most urged patience until the final votes are counted.

Timeline

1. The Times of Israel

   28 Oct 2026, 05:06 UTCSource ↗

   The Times of Israel reports that Eisenkot and Netanyahu each vowed to form the next coalition as exit polls predicted a stalemate, with parties across the spectrum celebrating while most urged patience until final votes are counted.

2. France 24

   28 Oct 2026, 09:06 UTCSource ↗

   France 24 reports that Netanyahu and Eisenkot both pledged to form a government as the two were projected to finish neck and neck, with exit polls showing both blocs falling short of a parliamentary majority.