Israel Elections

Following Yashar's request, UTJ party chairman MK Yakov Asher said the party would not support efforts to replace Ohana before a new government is formed.

As Netanyahu works to block an Eisenkot government, Likud officials concede privately that if UTJ gets an acceptable draft arrangement, “all that remains is to put our trust in God.”

What remains to be seen is whether our political leaders have the courage to put the country and national responsibility before personal ambition and ego.

Gali Baharav-Miara said decisions on whom to investigate are professional and equal, adding that any new information would be examined in accordance with the law.

Eisenkot received the backing of both Arab parties, Ra’am and the Joint List, although their recommendations do not commit them to ultimately joining his coalition.

The recent Arab turnout for the elections was proof that the Arab population is on the way to receiving the same consideration as its Jewish neighbors.

Shas's statement comes following an N12 report that Yisrael Beytenu chairman Avigdor Liberman dropped his veto on forming a government with haredi parties.

There are several different paths the Yashar party leader could take, but all of them have obstacles.

Netanyahu's election lies go beyond political deception, threatening public trust in democracy and deepening divisions that could tear Israeli society apart.

Herzog's comments reflect a broader emphasis throughout his presidency on strengthening ties between Israel and Jewish communities abroad.