FOX News: Israeli PM Lapid concedes election to Netanyahu
This will be Netanyahu's third stint as prime minister Israeli Prime Minister Yair Lapid has conceded the election, recognizing former Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as his successor, Lapid's office confirmed to Fox News.
According to a statement from his office, Lapid has already called Netanyahu to congratulate him.
Lapid told Netanyahu that he instructed his office to make arrangements for the transition of power. "The state of Israel comes before any political consideration," Lapid said.
"I wish Netanyahu success, for the sake of the people of Israel and the State of Israel."
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WNU Editor: Everything favored Netanyahu in this election .... Netanyahu won 8-seat majority over his opponents despite near-parity in raw votes (Times of Israel).
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