Israel's President Takes Center Stage in Government Formation Amid Coalition Deadlock

11/04/2026

Israeli President Isaac Herzog has received the official results of the country's elections, setting the stage for consultations with political parties to determine who should get the first...

11/04/2026

Benjamin Netanyahu faces a critical test as President Isaac Herzog decides who will receive the mandate to form Israel's next government.

11/04/2026

President Isaac Herzog has tried to avoid controversy and heal rifts in his largely ceremonial role. But his skills as a savvy mediator could be instrumental after an inconclusive election.

11/04/2026

Isaac Herzog said he would do everything he could to avoid a fresh election — a possibility if neither camp can cobble together a coalition — including backing a unity government between Netanyahu...

11/04/2026

Herzog warns politicians that "not every commitment and promise can be fulfilled" if they want to avoid another election.

11/03/2026

Israel Elections: If neither Netanyahu nor Eisenkot can assemble a viable government, Israel could be headed for another election.

11/03/2026

All eyes are on Israel’s President Isaac Herzog as he prepares to give the nod to a member of parliament to form a new government after inconclusive elections.