News

Israel's president taps opposition candidate, not Netanyahu, to form a government

NPR By Tara Neill Nov 7, 2026 · 2:18 PM 0 views 0 comments

Israel's president taps opposition candidate, not Netanyahu, to form a government — Image: NPR

Gadi Eisenkot ran as the main rival to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, but neither won enough support to command a majority. Israel's main parties have recommended Eisenkot form a new government.

NPR Original story · www.npr.org

Read the full story

How does this story make you feel?

👍 ❤️ 💡 😮 😂 😢 😠

Discussion (0)

No comments yet. Start the conversation!

Discussion (0)

More to read

Israel’s parties gird for wrangling to form a government, with no clear path

Israel's president taps opposition candidate Eisenkot to form a government

Netanyahu faces coalition showdown as rivals maneuver to form Israel's next government