# Israelis await final election results as difficult choices lie ahead

> Israelis await final election results as Netanyahu edges closer to majority.
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## Election results
Israelis awaited final election results on Thursday to confirm neither Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu nor opposition parties secured a majority of seats in parliament.
## Netanyahu's position
Netanyahu edges closer to a majority but remains far from defeated as the election results are counted.
## Historic gains
Arab-majority parties achieved historic gains in Israeli election with many underestimating the extent of societal fracture.
## Election impact
Israel election results could impact Iran as the war in the Middle East continues with Lebanon expecting little change in Israeli policy.
## Economic challenges
Israel faces significant economic challenges ahead as Netanyahu loses seats since 2022 election.
## No clear winner
As votes are counted, no clear winner emerges with Netanyahu remaining far from defeated.
## Key takeaway

Israelis await final election results as Netanyahu edges closer to majority with no clear winner emerging.