05/11/2026
Eisenkot Leads Netanyahu in Prime Ministerial Endorsements as Israeli Coalition Talks Remain Uncertain
Gadi Eisenkot is expected to secure 67 endorsements for prime minister, ahead of incumbent Benjamin Netanyahu, who is projected to receive 46, following the latest political consultations in Israel.
The Arab Joint List has thrown its support behind Eisenkot, while the ultra-Orthodox United Torah Judaism party has declined to endorse either candidate.
Despite the advantage, Eisenkot is not guaranteed a governing majority, leaving the formation of Israel's next government uncertain.
President Isaac Herzog will ultimately decide which candidate receives the mandate to form the next government.
Source: Ynet