Add InterestIsrael's prime minister held emergency negotiations with key coalition partners on Sunday in hopes of averting a crisis that has threatened to plunge the country into early elections. But Netanyahu has seen his fortunes improve in recent polls, with his base appearing to rally behind him amid the mounting graft accusations. The long-serving ruler could hope for a successful run in early elections as way to cement his political legitimacy in the face of the scandals. Israeli media reported that elections could be held as early as June, if a motion to dissolve Israel's parliament is tabled this week. A deal to save the government can still be achieved, but coalition partners were digging in their heels and blaming each other for the current crisis.

Source: ABC News March 11, 2018 17:50 UTC