Eisenkot moves closer to ousting Netanyahu, what could come next for Israel?

Yashar party leader Gadi Eisenkot has gained a substantial amount of support from the parliament in his bid to form Israel's next government. However, the path ahead remains uncertain. With 67 parliamentarians backing him, he is expected to receive the first opportunity to form a coalition from President Isaac Herzog by the end of the week.

Yet, Eisenkot's coalition requires at least 13 additional seats to reach the minimum threshold of 61 out of 120 Knesset seats. The ultra-Orthodox parties, currently allied with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, present a potential obstacle to Eisenkot's efforts. United Torah Judaism and Shas have shown little willingness to support a government led by Eisenkot, which could significantly impede his chances.

Furthermore, the requirement for the change bloc to secure a majority of 61 seats, including the support of both ultra-Orthodox parties, poses a considerable challenge. Despite these hurdles, Eisenkot's path forward remains fraught with complexities, and the outcome of the coalition negotiations will shape the future of Israel's political landscape.