Naftali Bennett's Faction Backs Gadi Eisenkot to Form Israeli Government

Former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett announced that his 'B’Yachad' faction will support Yashar party chief Gadi Eisenkot to lead the next government. Bennett stated on social media that he is fulfilling a campaign promise to respect the outcome determined by voters.

Yashar party chief Gadi Eisenkot expressed gratitude for the backing, emphasizing a shared goal to guide the country forward. The announcement comes amid a political stalemate after neither main political bloc secured a definitive majority in the 120-member Knesset.

Israeli President Isaac Herzog has called upon political leaders to accept the election outcome and exercise flexibility to prevent another election. President Herzog is scheduled to receive the official election results before initiating discussions with political faction representatives at the President's Residence, with the new Knesset swearing-in set for November 10.