Both Netanyahu and former military chief Benny Gantz, leader of the rival Blue and White party, declared victory in speeches to boisterous gatherings of supporters. ADVERTISEMENTWith a victory, Netanyahu would capture a fourth consecutive term and fifth overall, which this summer will make him Israel’s longest-ever serving leader. The 69-year-old prime minister has been the dominant force in Israeli politics for the past two decades and its face to the world. ADVERTISEMENT“It’s a night of tremendous victory,” Netanyahu told his own victory rally. The message was a sharp contrast from his campaign theme in which he accused Gantz of conspiring with Arab parties to topple him.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer April 10, 2019 00:45 UTC