Israeli President to Name Prime Minister Candidate Sunday After Consultations

During the consultations, factions representing 67 Knesset members recommended Eisenkot for the premiership. In contrast, factions representing 46 Knesset members recommended incumbent Prime Minister and Likud chairman Benjamin Netanyahu. The United Torah Judaism party, which holds seven seats, chose not to recommend any candidate.

Eisenkot, identified as the leader of the Yashar party, also referred to as Yesh Atid in Davar, secured support from various factions, including four left-wing parties and two Arab parties, the Joint List and Ra'am. According to Mignews, the United List party also pledged to support an Eisenkot-led minority government by abstaining from no-confidence motions.

Once officially tasked, Eisenkot will have 28 days to assemble a coalition and form a government. Under Israel's Basic Law, the President may grant an extension of up to 14 additional days if requested. Until a new government is established, Netanyahu will lead a transitional government.