Israeli elections too close to call with record turnout

Early returns from Israel's election indicate a very close race between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc and the 'Change' coalition led by retired general Gadi Eisenkot, according to The Hill.

The 'Change' coalition, which is center-right and headed by Eisenkot, is slightly ahead of Netanyahu's bloc in the initial counts.

The election saw a record-breaking voter turnout, highlighting significant public engagement in the political process.

Israel's complex coalition negotiations are expected to follow, with the outcome still uncertain as the final results have not been declared.