Benny Gantz, who had been seeking to unseat Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, is now talking with his rival about forming a unity government amid the public health crisis.
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Israeli Election Rivals Seek Deadline Extension to Form Unity Government
Down to the wire in their negotiations, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his rival, Benny Gantz, asked for more time to resolve their differences.
Benny Gantz, Breaking Vows, Says He Would Serve Under Netanyahu
Citing the coronavirus pandemic, Mr. Gantz, who nearly defeated Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in three straight elections, said he would explore forming a “national emergency government.”
Israeli Parliament Speaker Quits, Easing Constitutional Turmoil
The resignation of Yuli Edelstein, an ally of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, will allow opposition lawmakers to take control of the legislative process.
Citing Threat to Israeli Democracy, Netanyahu Opponents Take Battle to Supreme Court
Critics accuse Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of a “coup d’état” under the cover of the coronavirus. He says he is saving lives.
Israel’s Coronavirus Crisis Lets Netanyahu Seize the Initiative
Amid a yearlong political and legal imbroglio, a deadly contagion may give Israel’s embattled prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, a new lease on political life.
Israel’s Right Had a Good Election. So Did Israeli Arabs. That May Be No Coincidence.
Arab lawmakers won a record number of seats in Israel’s election, even as the Israeli right also made gains.
Deadlocked After 3 Elections, Israel Seeks Ways to Avert a 4th
The prospect of yet another failure to form a government raises questions about the functioning of Israeli democracy and has lit a fire under politicians, who are desperate to avoid further stalemate.
Ace of Base: Why Netanyahu Seems Unsinkable
The Israeli prime minister’s fervent base can make President Trump’s look pallid. And they don’t care that he has been charged with corruption.
Israeli Election Gives Edge to Netanyahu, Initial Results Show
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu appears to have bested his challenger, Benny Gantz, in Israel’s third election in a year, but fell short of winning a majority.