Israeli President Tasks Gadi Eisenkot with Forming New Government
Israeli President Isaac Herzog tasked Gadi Eisenkot with forming a new government on November 8, 2026, aiming to resolve the ongoing political deadlock.
On Sunday, November 8, 2026, Israeli President Isaac Herzog officially tasked Gadi Eisenkot with the responsibility of forming the new government.
The decision followed formal consultations conducted by the President with representatives of the various parliamentary factions within the Knesset.
This move is intended to address and overcome the political stalemate that has characterized the country's recent landscape.
Eisenkot is set to initiate a series of negotiations with various political parties to establish a stable governing coalition.
Under Israeli law, the individual tasked with forming the government is granted a specific timeframe to complete the process and present a final cabinet lineup.
Political circles in Israel are closely monitoring the potential composition and future direction of the upcoming government, amid questions regarding Eisenkot's ability to secure the necessary majority.