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Israel's president taps opposition candidate Eisenkot to form a government, in setback for Netanyahu

NPR News·November 7, 2026·1 min read

Israel's president has tapped opposition candidate Gadi Eisenkot to form a government, a setback for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Eisenkot, the main challenger, did not win a clear majority, but Israel's main parties have recommended he assemble a new coalition. The move could end Netanyahu's long tenure.

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