President Isaac Herzog is set to meet with Benjamin Netanyahu and Gadi Eisenkot as he approaches a decision on who should attempt to form a government. Following a recent election, neither leader secured a majority, with Netanyahu's coalition dropping to 53 seats and Eisenkot's bloc holding 48. The significant turnout among Arab Israeli voters has shifted the political landscape, making their parties potential kingmakers.
Herzog has urged all parties to collaborate to prevent another election, as Netanyahu remains in a caretaker role. Tensions are rising, with Netanyahu questioning the election's integrity and his allies calling for action against Arab party leaders. The situation remains fluid as Herzog navigates these complex dynamics to foster a stable coalition government.