Israel's president taps opposition candidate Eisenkot to form a government, in setback for Netanyahu
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Israel's president has selected Gadi Eisenkot to attempt to form a new government. Eisenkot served as the primary challenger to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during the election. Neither candidate secured a clear majority of the votes. The main political parties in the country have recommended that Eisenkot lead the government formation process. This development represents a setback for Netanyahu.
Gadi Eisenkot ran as the main challenger to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu — neither won a clear majority. Israel's main parties have recommended Eisenkot put together a new government.