Eisenkot receives mandate for new government in Israel, ceremony at the president's: National unity is needed

2026-11-08 17:36:00 / BOTA ALFA PRESS
Eisenkot receives mandate for new government in Israel, ceremony at the

Israeli President Isaac Herzog has officially entrusted Gadi Eisenkot with the mandate to form a new government, after the latter secured the support of 67 Knesset members, compared to 46 who supported current Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

During the ceremony at the presidential residence in Jerusalem, Herzog praised Eisenkot for receiving the clear support of the parliamentary majority, urging him to build a government that represents all Israeli citizens.

After taking office, the leader of the Yashar party described Israel's situation as a turning point, amid ongoing wars, unfulfilled military goals and deteriorating diplomatic relations. He also warned of a crisis of trust in institutions and the weakening of Israeli democracy, stating that the country needs a national unity government for the emergency. "This will require creative and unconventional political moves," Eisenkot said.

In an effort to secure a broader majority, he also invited members of the Netanyahu camp, including representatives of Likud and Religious Zionism, to join the proposed government if they accept the four main principles of his program. Eisenkot emphasized that unity should not be a slogan or an instrument for political bargaining, but a real partnership, leaving open the possibility of cooperation even with a Likud without Netanyahu.

However, the path to a coalition is not expected to be easy. Eisenkot acknowledged that there are disagreements even within the opposition, especially with Avigdor Liberman, regarding the composition of the future government. He warned that anyone who obstructs its formation for personal interests will bear political and historical responsibility, while underlining that compromise between the parties is necessary to get Israel out of the crisis.

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