Israel’s snap elections to be held Sept. 17

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Israel’s parliament decided to hold early elections Sept. 17, after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu failed to form a coalition government Wednesday.

Bill to dissolve Israel's Knesset passes 1st reading

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The Knesset (Israel's parliament) has passed a bill in the first reading to dissolve itself amid a deadlock in talks to form a coalition government following last month's general election.

Government deadlock continues in Israel

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Five right-wing parties in the Knesset decided to form a minority government under Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu, according to local news reports Friday.

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