No Israelite Bulb Moment

The result of the Israeli election could lead to another election. “Israel’s political leaders were poised for weeks of negotiations over the shape of the next government, as initial results on Wednesday showed no clear winner in a tightly fought election that many have described as a make-or-break moment for the country. If neither Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s hard-line alliance nor an opposition bloc led by Gadi Eisenkot win enough seats to form a government, both would need to find support from outside their blocs for backing as prime minister.” Here’s the latest from the NYT (Gift Article): In Tight Israeli Election, Leading Parties Face Tough Path to Power.

+ “The voting results are mostly in, and they are less conclusive than everyone hoped, and than either side is willing to admit. (Both sides have said the results show that the public favors them.) Netanyahu’s current coalition can no longer form a government on its own. Neither can the opposition.” The Atlantic (Gift Article): Israeli Election Results Hazy, Try Again.

+ “Negotiations to form a coalition will take dizzying twists in the coming weeks; maybe a minority government or a stalemate will be the unsatisfying result. But one thing is certain. Israel’s divisions have never been more profound. Blocs, camps and tribes have never been more irreconcilable.” A bitter night in Israel for all who craved a fresh start.