Speaking in Nazareth, the Ta'al party leader said removing the current government remained his main objective, even if the next administration did not fully reflect his political preferences.

"We want to oust this government, to bring it down! To depose Netanyahu, then to depose Amir Ohana, and pave the way for an alternative government. It won't be my cup of tea," he said.

"It will be a different government. Reality must be changed, and this possibility must be given a chance based on voter turnout rates. We are heading in that direction. There are no deals ."

Tibi's remarks came as reports indicated increased participation among Arab voters, a development he welcomed as an encouraging sign for democracy.

He pointed to long queues outside polling stations in Arab communities, particularly in Tayibe, where he claimed voter participation had reached levels comparable to local elections .

"The racists retreat into their dens, and that is what will happen," he declared.

The lawmaker also accused unnamed parties of attempting to delay the voting process but maintained that the growing turnout could help bring about a change in government.

"At the end of the day, we will take on the racists, send them home, and pave the way for a new reality and perhaps a new hope. It will not be easy, but victory is within reach," he said.

The Joint Arab List, comprising Hadash, Ta'al and Balad, is seeking to win nine or ten seats in Israel's 120-member parliament.

Its campaign has focused on increasing Arab political representation and opposing Netanyahu's government.

Tuesday's election is Israel's first parliamentary vote since the Hamas-led attack on October 7, 2023, and the subsequent wars.

The election has brought questions about national security , political accountability and Israel's future into focus.

With neither of the major political blocs guaranteed the 61 seats required to form a parliamentary majority, the outcome could lead to difficult coalition negotiations.

Tibi's calls for change come as the Joint Arab List seeks to increase its representation in a closely contested election.