Israeli exit polls: Netanyahu bloc loses, but Eisenkot's short of clear majority

Israeli exit polls indicate Benjamin Netanyahu's far-right coalition is projected to lose its parliamentary majority, dropping from 64 seats in 2022 to 50. Gadi Eisenkot's bloc leads with 52 to 53 seats, while Arab parties hold 17 to 18. Since Eisenkot lacks a clear 61-seat majority, he may need to form a minority government supported by Arab parties. Final results are expected in the coming days and may differ from these initial exit poll projections.