Israeli president warns against repeat election in new Knesset session
Summary
Israeli President Isaac Herzog urged lawmakers to form a government without another election and called for an investigation into the Hamas-led October 7 attacks. Opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot has 28 days, with a possible 14-day extension, to build a coalition, but he has not secured the support needed for a majority.Key Facts
- Herzog spoke as newly elected members took their seats in the 26th Knesset.
- Eisenkot was tasked with forming the next government on Sunday.
- A government needs support from at least 61 members of the Knesset.
- Eisenkot and his allies want an independent inquiry into the October 7 attacks.
- Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has opposed a commission appointed by the Supreme Court, saying it would be biased against his government.
- Netanyahu’s bloc has challenged the October 27 election result, alleging foreign interference; the results were certified and authorities dismissed claims of widespread violations.
- Herzog called for stronger ties with the United States and for Israel to strengthen peace agreements with regional neighbors.
- If neither Eisenkot nor Netanyahu forms a coalition, Israel could hold another election.
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