Politics

Israeli president begins talks to form government after inconclusive election

The selected lawmaker faces a twenty eight day deadline to build a coalition, while Shin Bet investigates allegations of foreign interference without altering outcomes.

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Published November 4, 2026, 14:05 (Brasília time) · 1 min read

Israeli President Isaac Herzog gestures during a formal event with officials in the background. — Israeli President Isaac Herzog during an official ceremony in Jerusalem. Photo: Reprodução/BBC News

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What happened: President Isaac Herzog started consultations with political parties to form a new government after an inconclusive general election.
Who is affected: Political parties in the Knesset, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, rival Gadi Eisenkot, and Arab-led alliances holding 19 seats.
What changes: Parties must negotiate coalition terms under a 28-day constitutional window to prevent a new election, amid investigations into foreign interference.

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