Israel's president taps opposition candidate, not Netanyahu, to form a government

Source: NPR · 07 de novembro de 2026 às 17:18 · 14 h ago

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Gadi Eisenkot ran as the main rival to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, but neither won enough support to command a majority. Israel's main parties have recommended Eisenkot form a new government.

The report was published on 07 de novembro de 2026 às 17:18 by NPR and is part of the World news coverage.

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