Israel election cliffhanger: Can Netanyahu hold on to power?

Israel's election could end Benjamin Netanyahu's long political career, with exit polls pointing to a deadlock and his future hanging in the balance.<br /><br />Benjamin Netanyahu's political future hangs in the balance after Israel's watershed election. With exit polls pointing to a deadlock, coalition talks could take weeks. Voters remain divided over his leadership, the legacy of the October 7 attacks and military conscription. Who will form Israel's next government?<br><br><b>In this episode</b><br><ul><li>Could Israel's election end Benjamin Netanyahu's long political career?</li><li>Turnout reaches its highest level at closing time since 1999, amid deep divisions over Netanyahu's leadership.</li><li>The October 7 attacks, security and military conscription shape the vote.</li><li>Why inconclusive exit polls could lead to weeks of coalition negotiations.</li></ul>SBS News in Depth is a news analysis podcast from SBS, going behind the headlines with reporting and interviews on the stories shaping Australia and the world.<br><br>Listen to more episodes of <u>SBS News in Depth</u>, and follow the show on the <u>SBS Audio app</u>, <u>Apple Podcasts</u>, <u>Spotify</u> or wherever you get your podcasts.<br><br>For the latest news from Australia and around the world, visit <u>SBS News</u> and follow us on <u>YouTube</u>, <u>TikTok</u>, <u>Instagram</u>, <u>Facebook</u> and <u>X</u>.