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Israeli political leaders Avigdor Liberman and Gadi Eisenkot have reached an agreement regarding the succession of Knesset speaker, according to multiple Hebrew sources. Under the deal, the position will remain with the Yisrael Beytenu party, with Liberman clarifying to Eisenkot that he does not intend to challenge his candidacy for Prime Minister.

The agreement addresses concerns about the stability of a minority government, with Liberman expressing fears that such an administration could collapse and trigger new elections in which the right-wing bloc could secure approximately 70 seats. Bennett and Golan reportedly deferred the decision-making to Liberman and Eisenkot, who settled on the identity of Amir Ohana’s replacement.

Despite Liberman’s willingness to compromise on the issue of drafting ultra-Orthodox military recruits, senior rabbinical figures have indicated that significant gaps remain between the parties on this contentious issue. The agreement represents an effort to maintain coalition stability amid ongoing tensions.

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