By all rights, the ex-army chief gunning for Mr. Netanyahu’s job should be in a commanding position heading into the Sept. 17 vote. But his missteps have kept the race even.
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Israelis Brace for a New Election. The Real Contest May Come Later.
With polls showing the major parties deadlocked, Israelis already seem to be looking past the Sept. 17 election to the bruising coalition negotiations expected to follow.
Is Netanyahu Toast?
Benjamin Netanyahu has rebounded from so many political defeats that he is called a magician. This time, the Israeli prime minister may not have another rabbit in his hat.
Benny Gantz Led Israel’s Army. Now He Eyes a Long Siege of Netanyahu.
Mr. Gantz may at times seem a reluctant political warrior, but his newly formed party is poised to battle Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s next government.
Israel Election Live Updates: As Gantz Concedes, Netanyahu Set for Victory
The Blue and White alliance conceded the race on Wednesday, as Mr. Netanyahu’s Likud party was in a better position to form a governing coalition.
News Analysis: It’s Netanyahu’s Israel Now
In re-electing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Israelis endorsed a politician who offered himself as the embodiment of stability and military and economic security.
After Tight Race, Netanyahu Appears Poised to Form Israel’s Next Government
With most of the votes counted, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu looked much likelier than his chief rival, Benny Gantz, to be able to form a governing coalition.
Live Briefing: After Polarizing Campaign, Exit Polls Show Dead Heat in Israeli Election
In a polarizing election that will determine if Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stays or goes, Israelis voters seem evenly divided.
As Israel Holds a Pivotal Election, Voters Tell Us What Matters Most to Them
Many see Tuesday’s election as a referendum on Benjamin Netanyahu, who has been prime minister for the last decade and is facing likely indictment for fraud.
A Guide to Our Israel Election Coverage
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has repeatedly quashed rivals left and right to hold onto power. Now he faces an unexpectedly strong challenger in a former army chief, Benny Gantz.