Latest Count: Likud at Thirty, Meretz Gains One

Counting votes has almost finished and the the Central Elections Committee will release final results by Thursday afternoon.

Meet the 20th Knesset

A full list of the 120 individuals from ten parties stepping up as MKs for the 20th Knesset.

France Calls for Peace Talks Based on Two-State Solution

Responding to Netanyahu's election victory, French Foreign Minister Fabius calls for resumption of peace talks.

Netanyahu Flip Flop: I Want a Two-State Solution

Days after vowing not to establish a Palestinian state, Netanyahu says something else in his first post-election interview.

Jewish Home Founder: Party Needs a Rethink

Rabbi Dr. Daniel Tropper, a pioneering founder of the Jewish Home party, says the party could have done better.

Levin: We Now Have a Mandate, And a Responsibility

MK Yariv Levin said that the elections finally gave the Likud a clear mandate to rule Israel in the way the party felt it should be ruled.

PA: Negotiations 'Only on Two-State Solution' Basis

The PA officially announced Wednesday night that it was hoping to renew talks with Israel, regardless of who was Prime Minister.

Herzog Blames Elections Loss on 'Mezuzah-Kisser' Speech

Why did Zionist Union do so poorly in elections, at least compared to expectations? Two words, said Yitzhak Herzog: Yair Garbuz

UN Chief Links Palestinian State and Israeli Democracy

UN chief says Israel should negotiate for a Palestinian state, claims this is the "only way for Israel to remain a democratic state".

Yachad Claims 'Election Fraud', Demands Investigation

Yachad-Ha'am Itanu, which did not pass the Knesset threshold, claims elections were rife with fraud, demands an investigation.

Galon Returns to Politics After One Day Retirement

After it appears Meretz has jumped up to five mandates, Chair Zehava Galon announced she will return after stepping down Wednesday.

Nationalist Leader Elated that Netanyahu Won

NACHALA movement's Daniella Weiss calls on Netanyahu to build in Judea and Samaria.

Feiglin: Jewish Home Balloon Has Burst

Outgoing Likud MK notes that 'the minute the national camp whistled, the religious sector saved it.'

Pelosi: The Israelis Have Made Their Choice

House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi 'respects' Israel's electoral choices, expects peace talks with Palestinians to resume soon.

Israelis Have a Deep Rooted Fear of Disappearing

Bennett: We Intend to Steer, Not Sit On the Back Bench

Jewish Home head Naftali Bennett is sure that the party will have a “positive impact on the next government, even with fewer seats.

Haredi Parties to Present Netanyahu with List of Demands

Shas and United Torah Judaism expected to request ministries they held in the past and demand that Lapid's "decrees" be cancelled.

'Almost Final' Results Published by Elections Committee

Likud takes final victory with 30 mandates against Zionist Union's 24; final results to be published by Elections Committee on March 25.

Ayelet Shaked: Netanyahu 'Owes' Religious Zionists

Jewish Home MK Ayelet Shaked Binyamin Netanyahu had a 'moral obligation' to her party for standing by him.

India's PM Congratulates Netanyahu in Hebrew

India’s Narendra Modi takes to Twitter to congratulate Binyamin Netanyahu for his victory in the elections in both Hebrew and English.

Arab List Chairman Reveals His Subversive Past

Countless arrests, influence from PLO and intifada, in-law who died attacking IDF, 'Arabizing' Haifa - and now head of third-largest party.

Likud Victorious with 30 Seats After 99% of Ballots Counted

Binyamin Netanyahu heading towards a greater victory than predicted by exit polls, with 30 seats. "Zionist Union" has 24.

Jewish Home Wins in Likud’s Rejection of Two States

Anglos were likely attracted to Netanyahu by his statesmanship and Likud’s reflection of the two-party system in the US.

Hamas Tells Abbas Elections Spell End of Peace Talks

Hamas reacts to Netanyahu victory, saying results should convince PA to forget the 'absurd peace talks' with Israel.

United Torah Judaism MK: No 'Unity' Government

MK Meir Porush speaks to Arutz Sheva about the race for a coalition - and puzzles over 'illogical' push for government with Likud and Labor.

Map: How Did Your City Vote?

How did Israel vote? Google Maps releases interactive map showing polling data by city.

Galon Resigns, Won't Run for Meretz Chair Again

MK Zehava Galon: 'This is a very difficult moment for me. Meretz needs to search its soul.'

Herzog: We're Not Joining Likud Government

Yitzhak Herzog on Wednesday made it clear that he wold not join a unity government with Prime Minister Netanyahu.

Will Rivlin Insist on Unity Government?

President reportedly tells political officials he plans to work towards a Likud-Labor unity government.

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Netanyahu at the Kotel: Moved by the Weight of Responsibility

Netanyahu visits Western Wall and notes on historical meaning of holy site, vows to act for every citizen of Israel.

Jewish Leaders Congratulate Netanyahu on Victory

JFNA, WJC leaders hail a victory for Likud and for democracy in the Middle East after the 20th Knesset elections.

Israel Teetered On the Cusp Of Security Suicide

Otzma Yehudit: 'We're Crushed but Not Despairing'

Ex-MK Ben-Ari responds to election failure, indicates movement may shift in focus to new media outlet, extra-parliamentary activity.

Hotovely: We 'Trolled' For Jewish Home Votes, With Good Reason

The 2015 elections were “a great moment for Religious Zionism,” MK Tzipi Hotovely (Likud) wrote on her Facebook page Wednesday.

Netanyahu was the Author of his Near Defeat and Great Victory

Iran: Israeli Elections 'All the Same to Us'

All of the 'Zionist regime' parties 'have an aggressive nature', Iran insists one day after elections.

Despite the War, Gaza Belt Voted for the Left Again

Election results breakdown, community by community, shows mortars and rockets did not drive Gaza Belt residents rightward.

Report: Liberman Already Seeking Defense Portfolio

Yisrael Beytenu head Avigdor Liberman is reportedly set to demand a high price for his joining Netanyahu's new coalition.

Herzog Calls Netanyahu, Concedes Defeat (Sort of)

'Tzipi Livni and I will continue to fight for a more just society, a diplomatic horizon, and democracy.'

PA Will Work With 'Any Israeli PM Committed to Two States'

Palestinian Authority reacts to Netanyahu victory, saying it 'expects' the new Israeli gov't 'to recognize the two-state solution.'

V15: Election Day Was 'Confusing' And 'Painful'

Among the most disappointed with the results of Tuesday's elections are the activists of the V15 group.

American Israelis Embraced Likud

A media blitz in English by Netanyahu likely won over a more ideologically Zionist American Israeli community.

Watch: Arutz Sheva's Election Night Analysis

As the high drama unfolded, Arutz Sheva's panel interpreted the events for our global audience. View the night's fascinating webcast.

Analyst Upset That Election Results Defied Polls

TV pioneer Uzi Peled called for an 'investigation' into the election results because they did not match the TV projections.

Lapid: We're Here to Stay

In post-election speech, Yesh Atid chairman says his party is here to stay after achieving double-digit figures in seats.

Galon's Replacement Calls on Her to Retract Resignation

'A difficult morning for the left,' admits MK Zandberg, urging Meretz head to take back her resignation after party just gets four seats.

Israel Has Spoken

PLO: Israelis Chose 'Occupation and Settlement Building'

PLO official peeved over reelection of Netanyahu, vows 'struggle against Israel' in dropping security cooperation and filing ICC lawsuit.

The Higher Threshold Saved Votes

IDI’s Ofer Kenig explains that despite fears of voter disenfranchisement, the threshold raise mobilized political parties.

Just Who are the Likud Candidates Who Surprisingly Made it in?

Likud surprised by making it to 30 in elections - but who are the new MKs no one thought would make it into the Knesset?

Almagor: Death Penalty for Terrorists as Part of Govt. Deal

The Almagor terror victims group called on Jewish Home and Yisrael Beytenu to demand a law for the death penalty for terrorists.

PLO Discusses Cutting Security Coordination with Israel

PLO committee to plan ending cooperation day after elections, with rep. saying it will be easier to attack Israel in int'l community now.

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Rabbi Eli Ben-Dahan: Religious Zionists Tried to Do Too Much

Jewish Home MK and former Deputy Religious Affairs Minister laments split in religious Zionist vote, urges unity for days ahead.

Zehava Galon Set to Resign from Knesset

Meretz chair will leave Knesset after poor showing in election, allowing Tamar Zandberg to reenter.

Yesh Atid Sees Haredi Rollback on Policies

Spokesman Yair Zavid says what Shas and UTJ want would cripple Haredi sector.

Rivlin to Begin Coalition Negotiations Sunday

President Reuven Rivlin to approach various party leaders days after elections; Netanyahu expected to be given task of forming coalition.

EU Congratulates Netanyahu, No Word from Obama

EU calls to re-launch peace process, as Obama remains silent and Kerry reportedly avoids questions on Knesset elections.

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Akunis: Jewish Home is Likud's 'Sister Party'

Outgoing Deputy Minister and MK hails 'wonderful' elections results, says Likud has a natural partner in the Religious Zionist sector.

Yachad Just 11,000 Votes Short

Eli Yishai's joint list with Otzma Yehudit falls barely short of 3.25% threshold raised by outgoing Knesset.

Republicans Congratulate Netanyahu on Win

Senior Republican politicians wake up Wednesday to Israeli election results, give congratulations to Netanyahu on victory.