Gadi Eisenkot gets mandate to try forming Israeli government
The new Knesset was sworn in after an election deadlock, with Israel's president warning against a repeat vote.
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What happened
Former military chief Gadi Eisenkot has been given a mandate to try forming a government as Israel's new Knesset is sworn in. Netanyahu will wait in case Eisenkot fails. Israeli President Herzog called for an inquiry into the October 7 attacks during the session.
Why it matters
Political gridlock after the elections has left no government in place. The president has warned against a repeat election.
Coverage
- Netanyahu and Eisenkot push for new government after election deadlock (Al Jazeera)
- Israeli opposition hurries to seize control as new Knesset is sworn in (The Guardian)
- Israeli president warns against repeat election in new Knesset session (Al Jazeera)
- What powers does Netanyahu have as Israel’s interim PM? (Al Jazeera)
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