Israel election news - live: Early results suggest victory for Netanyahu

Vincent Wood, Conrad Duncan, Emma Snaith
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AP
AP

Israelis have voted in an unprecedented third general election in under a year, which polls predict will end in yet another political deadlock.

Benjamin Netanyahu held a solid edge over his main rival, exit polls indicated Monday night, but it was unclear whether he can clinch the parliamentary majority needed to claim victory.

If the official results match the exit polls, Mr Netanyahu would receive a major boost ahead of his trial on corruption charges, set to begin March 17.

More than 6.4 million people are eligible to cast their vote in polling stations that will close at 10pm on Monday, with 14 special stations created for those quarantined over coronavirus.

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