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Netanyahu looks to form rightwing government after victory

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu kisses his wife Sara on election night, celebrating a victory that puts him on a path to become the country's longest-serving prime minister. [AFP]

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sought to form a rightwing governing coalition on Thursday after securing victory in a high-stakes Israeli election despite a strong challenge from a centrist alliance.

The results from Tuesday's vote came despite corruption allegations against the 69-year-old premier and kept him on course to become Israel's longest-serving prime minister later this year.

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