It is likely that Bibi is out, but the constellation is complex! No exit polls yet. Voting is still open until 22:00 Israel time, about two and a half hours from today! The race is Netanyahu (Likud) against former army chief Gadi Eisenkot (Ishar). The final polls showed a deadlock with none of the blocs reaching the 61 seats needed for a majority. Eisenkot ruled out relying on the Arab parties, which leaves both sides short. The soldiers' votes are not counted until Wednesday and can help the right a bit. The final tally is expected by Friday, and the official results will be published on November 4. It is not clear which coalition will ultimately govern, watch for exit polls later today.

It is likely that Bibi is out, but the constellation is complex! No exit polls yet. Voting is still open until 22:00 Israel time, about two and a half hours from today! The race is Netanyahu (Likud) against former army chief Gadi Eisenkot (Ishar). The final polls showed a deadlock with none of the blocs reaching the 61 seats needed for a majority. Eisenkot ruled out relying on the Arab parties, which leaves both sides short. The soldiers' votes are not counted until Wednesday and can help the right a bit. The final tally is expected by Friday, and the official results will be published on November 4. It is not clear which coalition will ultimately govern, watch for exit polls later today.