Despite political differences, the Arab parties in Israel may play an important role in determining the fate of the country's future government. However, Benjamin Netanyahu and his main opponents have so far rejected a coalition with these parties. In 2021, the Ream party led by Mansour Abbas participated in the coalition that ended Netanyahu's 12-year consecutive term. But on the eve of the upcoming elections, the return to such a coalition faced opposition from mainstream politicians. If none of the political blocs can obtain a majority of the 61 seats in the Knesset, what role will the Arab representatives play in the formation of the future government?

Despite political differences, the Arab parties in Israel may play an important role in determining the fate of the country's future government. However, Benjamin Netanyahu and his main opponents have so far rejected a coalition with these parties. In 2021, the Ream party led by Mansour Abbas participated in the coalition that ended Netanyahu's 12-year consecutive term. But on the eve of the upcoming elections, the return to such a coalition faced opposition from mainstream politicians. If none of the political blocs can obtain a majority of the 61 seats in the Knesset, what role will the Arab representatives play in the formation of the future government?