"הכול פתוח, עוד לא מאוחר", עם המשא-ומתן להרכבת ממשלה

Gadi Eisenkot, tasked by President Yitzhak Herzog with forming a government, declared it is time for a national emergency government. Meanwhile, Benjamin Netanyahu warned of those planning to swear in a government this week with the support of "terror supporters" aiming to destroy Israel and establish a Palestinian state on its ruins. Eisenkot initially halted the swearing-in of a rapid government due to Avigdor Lieberman's opposition to a coalition including Haredi parties. Following a meeting, Lieberman officially gave Eisenkot his blessing as a future prime minister. The negotiations are described as complex and fraught with obstacles, with the goal of forming a minority government and removing Netanyahu from power appearing at times nearly impossible. The author expresses hope that these talks will not mirror Nathan Alterman's poem "Diplomatic Talks," which depicts prolonged, unproductive discussions. Eisenkot's success in forming a minority government and ousting Netanyahu would be a cause for celebration, though the subsequent task of repairing the damage from the past four years is expected to be arduous. Those advocating for liberal values seek a return to normalcy, rationality, and conscience-driven governance, described as modest wishes and human hopes. The article references Naomi Shemer's song "Lu Yehi" as an expression of hope for a return to family and home, and her song "Hakol Pachuch" (Everything is Open) as a celebration of the country's beauty. Political commentator Shimon Schiff is quoted as assuring that an Eisenkot-led government will be formed, urging an end to attempts to complete Eisenkot's work and stating the public voted for change. The article concludes by noting that the opinions expressed are solely those of the author, Shlomit Tana, a former journalist.