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ConceptsEvent 2021.06.13

A government approved without a majority of all members voting yes

Israel’s parliament approved a new government by 60 votes to 59 with an abstention. The case distinguishes the full membership from votes actually cast for or against confidence.

Updated Oct 28, 2026

Does forming a government always require a majority of all members to vote yes?
Verified facts

The actual confidence vote

According to parliament’s official release, the Bennett-led government was approved by 60 votes to 59, with 1 abstention. The release appeared the following day; the vote took place on Sunday.

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Interpretation

Membership versus the vote result

The case illustrates the difference between affirmative votes exceeding negative votes in initial confidence and securing a majority of all members.

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Limitations

Limits of application

This historical approval does not predict later elections or coalition durability. No-confidence and budget rules require separate examination.

Sources

  1. Knesset: Official announcement of the new government confidence voteAccessed Oct 28, 2026

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