Palestinian citizens of Israel face intimidation after election success
After winning a record number of parliament seats, Palestinian-led parties face campaign against them.
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High voter turnout among Palestinian citizens of Israel threatens Netanyahu
A historic turnout among Palestinian citizens of Israel positions Arab parties as kingmakers against the far right.
Israeli right makes provocative statements as election votes are counted
Netanyahu and Smotrich rail against Arab voters as rival political camps face an uncertain path to power.
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Arab parties in Israel accuse Netanyahu of inciting hatred to scare voters
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