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Joint List Backs Eisenkot for PM, But His Allies Hesitate
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The Joint List, an alliance of Arab parties, plans to recommend Gadi Eisenkot to form Israel's next government. Eisenkot's bloc, however, is reportedly wary of accepting the endorsement. The party is expected to finalize its decision during a meeting with President Isaac Herzog on Thursday night, with Yair Lapid reportedly in favor and Avigdor Lieberman preferring abstention.
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- The Joint List intends to recommend Gadi Eisenkot to form Israel's next government.
- Eisenkot's bloc is reportedly hesitant to accept the Joint List's endorsement.
- The Joint List is expected to decide on Thursday night during a meeting with President Isaac Herzog.
- Yair Lapid reportedly favors the Joint List's endorsement of Eisenkot.
- Avigdor Lieberman reportedly prefers the Joint List to abstain from recommending a candidate.
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