Israel's 26th Knesset Convenes With President Herzog's Opening Remarks
Translated & summarized from Kipa by baba
Israel's 26th Knesset convened on November 10, 2026, with President Isaac Herzog officially opening the session. Herzog welcomed the oldest member, 81-year-old Chaim Katz, and the youngest member ever, Yonatan Shilo. The session formally begins the new parliamentary term.
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- President Isaac Herzog opened the 26th Knesset session on November 10, 2026.
- The oldest member, 81-year-old Chaim Katz, was welcomed by the President.
- Yonatan Shilo was recognized as the youngest member of Knesset ever.
- The convening marks the official start of the new legislative term.
The 26th Knesset officially convened on Thursday, November 10, 2026, with President Isaac Herzog delivering the opening address. During his remarks, President Herzog welcomed the oldest member of the Knesset, Chaim Katz, who is 81 years old, and the youngest member, Yonatan Shilo. Shilo was noted as the youngest member of Knesset in all of history.
The opening session marks the formal beginning of the new legislative term for Israel's parliament.
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