Israel’s Arab parties could be the kingmakers in its election

Israel's Arab-led parties could decide October 27 election outcome amid coalition reluctance

Arab-led political parties in Israel, including Mansour Abbas's party and the Joint List, are positioned as potential kingmakers in the upcoming October 27 election. Despite Abbas condemning the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack and seeking integration, major Israeli parties remain reluctant to form coalitions with Arab parties, even as polls suggest no clear winner may emerge.