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Ongoing Story· Day 27

Israel's Post-Election Government Formation Process Explained

23 developments

Kan NewsPolitics

President Herzog Taps Eisenkot to Form Government

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President Isaac Herzog announced Saturday evening that he will task Gadi Eisenkot with forming the next government. Herzog completed his consultations with party representatives before making the decision. Eisenkot, a Knesset member and former IDF Chief of Staff, will now work to assemble a coalition. This move is a key step in establishing a new government after the election.

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  • President Isaac Herzog will task Gadi Eisenkot with forming the next government.
  • Herzog announced his decision Saturday evening after consultations.
  • Eisenkot is a Knesset member and former IDF Chief of Staff.
  • The president met with representatives from all elected parties.
President Herzog Taps Eisenkot to Form Government
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President of Israel Isaac Herzog announced Saturday evening that he has completed his consultations and will task Gadi Eisenkot with forming the next government. The announcement came after Herzog met with representatives from all parties that won seats in the recent election. Eisenkot, a member of the Knesset and a former IDF Chief of Staff, is expected to begin his efforts to assemble a coalition immediately. The president's decision marks a significant step in the process of establishing a new government following the election results.

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