Opinion polls put Likud, Blue & White parties neck-and-neck
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has a real battle on his hands to keep his position as head of government. Polls opened this morning for a second general election in just five months after Netanyahu failed to form a coalition government following April's vote. The prime minister and his main rival, Benny Gantz have already cast their ballots. They have been neck-and-neck in polls in the lead up to the election. Official results are expected to be announced through the night. CGTN correspondent Stephanie Freid reports from Tel Aviv saying both Netanyahu his rival Benny Gantz will struggle to form a majority coalition.