Israel coalition talks gain momentum after inconclusive election

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Following inconclusive elections in Israel, opposition candidate Gadi Eisenkot said he is confident of securing the mandate to form a government, as President Isaac Herzog prepared to nominate the first candidate. Eisenkot claims he is making progress in efforts to oust long-serving Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Neither Netanyahu's bloc nor the opposition won a majority in the election. The president ultimately picked Eisenkot to attempt to form a government, a step that brings him closer to replacing Israel's longest-serving premier.

Why it matters：The coalition talks determine whether Israel gets a new government or heads to another election, with consequences for its foreign policy.

Key points

  • Eisenkot said he is confident of securing the mandate.
  • Neither bloc won a majority in the election.
  • Herzog chose Eisenkot to attempt to form a government.

Sources (original reporting)

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