Netanyahu again urges unity talks ‘without preconditions’; Eisenkot rejects PM’s ‘spin’
Premier calls for forming coalition of Jewish parties; rival notes meeting between parties is already scheduled, insists Netanyahu can't continue as Israel's leader
Caretaker Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has renewed calls for a national unity government, suggesting the formation of a coalition composed of Jewish parties. According to The Times of Israel, Netanyahu is calling for these talks to occur without preconditions.
Gadi Eisenkot, who has been tasked with forming a new government and is currently in negotiations to establish an administration, dismissed the Prime Minister's appeal. Al-Monitor and France 24 report that Eisenkot characterized the offer as a ruse or political ploy. Ajel English reported that Eisenkot accused Netanyahu of attempting to obstruct the establishment of a new administration and described the call for negotiations as a political maneuver.
Eisenkot stated that he is continuing efforts to form a national emergency government as soon as possible. He argued that Netanyahu is aware of his defeat and is attempting to impede the new government's formation. Ajel English noted that Eisenkot believes Netanyahu's talk of unity does not reflect a genuine desire for political understanding, adding that Netanyahu's participation in any upcoming government would be conditional on his acceptance of its principles.
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