In a surprise twist to the political deadlock in Israel, it is sitting PM Benjamin Netanyahu who is projected to emerge as the winner in Israel's hat-trick of elections but exit polls indicate that h could end up struggling to achieve the majority mark. Watch report:

Benjamin Netanyahu ahead in Israel Elections 2020 but deadlock remains

Benjamin Netanyahu has claimed victory in Israel’s third election within a year, even as the country looked set for further political deadlock.

Celebrations break out at Likud Headquarters

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has claimed victory in Israel's general election after exit polls put him ahead of his main rival Benny Gantz. Three projections gave Mr Netanyahu's right-wing Likud party 36 or 37 seats, and Mr Gantz's centrist Blue and White alliance between 32 and 34. Watch report:

Benjamin Netanyahu vows to form government again

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s Likud Party on Monday emerged as the largest party in the country’s third election in under a year, exit polls indicated, but it was unclear whether the embattled Israeli leader could secure a parliamentary majority as he prepares to go on trial for corruption charges later this month. Watch report:

Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud party leads after counting of 28% votes

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Benjamin Netanyahu ahead in Israel Elections 2020 but deadlock remains

Celebrations break out at Likud Headquarters

Benjamin Netanyahu vows to form government again

Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud party leads after counting of 28% votes