Eisenkot moves closer to forming Israel's next government

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Gadi Eisenkot is poised to receive the mandate to form Israel's next government, with President Isaac Herzog set to announce his decision on Sunday after the former chief of staff secured support from 67 Knesset members. Eisenkot's backing surpasses the 46 endorsements for outgoing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, but assembling a coalition remains challenging due to divisions among potential allies. Arab parties, including the Joint List and Ra'am, recommended Eisenkot, though they differ on participation, with the Joint List offering external support and Ra'am seeking coalition membership. Key obstacles include Avigdor Liberman's veto on cooperating with Arab factions, contrasting with Yair Golan's support for their involvement. Netanyahu has alleged election fraud, but the electoral commission ratified the results. If appointed, Eisenkot will have 28 days, extendable by two weeks, to form a government.


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