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Can a transitional government start a war with Iran? - explainer

As Eisenkot works to form a government, Netanyahu retains the power to act against Iran. But Israeli law raises questions about launching a new war under a caretaker government.

  • President Isaac Herzog appointed Gadi Eisenkot as Israel's next prime minister.
  • Benjamin Netanyahu retains title of prime minister with control over defense and foreign policy.
  • Caretaker government not prohibited from engaging in warfare, but decision-making process complex.

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