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

NPR News7 November 2026, 20:18 UTCIsrael

Gadi Eisenkot ran as the main challenger to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu — neither won a clear majority. Israel's main parties have recommended Eisenkot put together a new government.

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