Herzog gives Eisenkot 28 days to form new government

Israel’s President Isaac Herzog has granted Benny Eisenkot the mandate to form a government, 12 days after elections for the 26th Knesset. The opposition leader has 28 days to build a coalition to unseat Benjamin Netanyahu, with the possibility of a 14-day extension if needed. The formation process faces obstacles including disputes over military conscription laws and reliance on Arab-Israeli parties.

Sources: Ynet

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