Eisenkot warns of Israel crisis as he seeks to replace Netanyahu’s government

Jerusalem Israel's former military chief Gadi Eisenkot started the tough task on Sunday (November 8, 2026) of forming a government, reaching out to Benjamin Netanyahu's allies as he warned the veteran Prime Minister had brought the country to a historic crisis. Israeli President picks Gadi Eisenkot, Netanyahu rival, to try to form government storyline 1 Mr.

Eisenkot, 66, a political novice who has vowed to bridge Israel's deep polarisation under Mr. Netanyahu, formally received a mandate from President Isaac Herzog, giving him 28 days to form a government despite his bloc lacking a clear majority.

Israel Defence Minister says 'mission not complete' on Iran Israel Defence Minister says 'mission not complete' on Iran "Concerning Iran, the mission is still not complete. Iran is trying to renew its efforts to obtain nuclear weapons — alongside other grave efforts that place the State of Israel in real danger," says Mr.