Arab parties back Eisenkot: What’s the latest in Israel’s coalition talks?

Israel’s Arab parties, which won a record 19 seats in last week’s general election, are expected to support Gadi Eisenkot’s opposition bloc. The main Jewish opposition bloc fell short of the 61 seats needed for a majority, but backing from the two leading groups representing Palestinian citizens of Israel could avert deadlock and another election. Support from Arab parties, whether inside a coalition or from outside, could provoke resistance from the right as Benjamin Netanyahu and other leaders have used anti-Arab rhetoric to attract Jewish voters. Analysts say the parties may have to compromise and break promises to their supporters as they seek a path to power.