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Benjamin Netanyahu has survived the recent elections and remains in office, but political analysis indicates that Gadi Eisenkot holds the decisive role in determining whether a new government can be formed or if Israel faces another election. Eisenkot must navigate significant divisions within the opposition and change coalition to succeed in building a governing majority.

The political situation remains precarious, with Netanyahu unable to command a parliamentary majority on his own. The formation of a new government depends on negotiating the competing interests of multiple coalition partners and overcoming divisions within opposition blocs that have been discussing coalition options.

Multiple domestic political challenges complicate the picture, including disputes over military conscription laws affecting ultra-Orthodox parties and questions about government composition and ministerial appointments. The coming weeks will determine whether Israel moves toward new elections or a functioning government.

Sources: Ynet, Walla, www.israelhayom.co.il, Times of Israel, Jerusalem Post