Israel President Taps Gadi Eisenkot to Form New Government as Netanyahu Exit Approaches

POLICY WIRE — Israel — The president of Israel has designated Gadi Eisenkot as the candidate to attempt to form a new administration. This significant move comes as the departure of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu appears to be imminent.

Eisenkot, a former commander of the Israeli army with family roots in North Africa, currently leads the opposition. To succeed in building a viable governing coalition, reports suggest he will likely need to secure support from Arab political parties to effect national change.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)