{"id":669921,"date":"2026-11-11T22:16:59","date_gmt":"2026-11-12T02:16:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.malayalamdailynews.com\/english\/669921\/"},"modified":"2026-11-11T22:16:59","modified_gmt":"2026-11-12T02:16:59","slug":"gadi-eisenkots-move-to-seize-power-in-israel-faces-challenges-from-internal-fissures-and-haredi-parties-stances-fierce-political-battle-to-secure-majority","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.malayalamdailynews.com\/english\/669921\/","title":{"rendered":"Gadi Eisenkot\u2019s Move to Seize Power in Israel Faces Challenges from Internal Fissures and Haredi Parties\u2019 Stances; Fierce Political Battle to Secure Majority"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Jerusalem: As political maneuvers to form a new government in Israel intensify, former military chief and political leader Gadi Eisenkot, who aims to succeed Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, is reported to be facing significant challenges. Attempts to secure a parliamentary majority are hindered by divisions within his own political alliance and the positions of ultra-Orthodox Jewish (Haredi) parties. Whether Eisenkot\u2019s efforts to unite diverse political factions to establish a new administration succeed remains the central topic of discussion in Israeli politics.<\/p>\n

Reports indicate that the October 27 parliamentary elections produced no clear majority for any political bloc. The political alliance led by Eisenkot secured 48 seats, while Netanyahu\u2019s Likud party along with its allied factions claimed 53 seats. Eisenkot\u2019s own party reportedly holds 21 seats. The 120-member Israeli parliament, the Knesset, requires at least 61 members\u2019 support to form a government. Accordingly, Eisenkot needs to gain backing from 13 additional members to reach this majority.<\/p>\n

Following consultations and recommendations with various political factions, President Isaac Herzog reportedly granted Eisenkot the mandate to form a government. Yet, the road to power is far from straightforward. His greatest challenge lies in forging a coalition that includes parties with ideologically divergent views, particularly amid disagreements over key policy issues.<\/p>\n

A significant complication in Eisenkot\u2019s efforts involves Democratic Party leader Yair Golan\u2019s stance. Reports state that Golan vehemently opposes sharing power with ultra-Orthodox Jewish parties. Instead, he advocates seeking support from Arab political factions as an alternative to relying on the Haredi parties. Golan\u2019s political assessment suggests such an alliance could reduce the influence of religion-based political parties and ensure greater autonomy in government policy decisions.<\/p>\n

At the heart of these disagreements is the contentious issue of compulsory military service in Israel. While military service is mandatory for the majority of Jewish citizens, long-standing political controversy exists over exemptions granted to Haredi young men engaged in religious studies. Golan asserts that all groups must equally share the responsibility of national security, and that widespread exemptions for one group under the guise of religious education are unacceptable. However, it remains unclear whether Haredi political parties are willing to compromise on this point. Their principal demand is the protection of religious educational institutions and the lifestyles of youth involved in religious study. This standoff complicates reaching consensus on the general policy framework of the prospective government under Eisenkot\u2019s leadership.<\/p>\n

Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett\u2019s political position is also a pivotal factor in the ongoing government formation talks. While Bennett\u2019s support for initiatives opposing Netanyahu is important to Eisenkot, uncertainty persists regarding his readiness to join the coalition government soon. Some political quarters suggest Bennett prefers confronting a new election rather than forming a government under the current political circumstances. Yet, his official stance remains ambiguous, leaving various possibilities open.<\/p>\n

Discussions are further complicated by differing views among Bennett\u2019s political followers and allied parties regarding legislation related to compulsory military service.<\/p>\n

The ultra-Orthodox parties collectively hold 13 parliamentary seats. If Eisenkot\u2019s 48-member coalition secures the backing of these 13 members, it could achieve the 61-seat majority needed to form a government. Although Haredi leaders have indicated willingness to engage in government formation talks, it is uncertain how much they are prepared to concede on their key demands, which include financial support for religious schools, autonomy in religious education, and exemptions from military service.<\/p>\n

Accepting these demands risks opposition from secular political factions supporting Eisenkot, whereas rejecting them may result in losing Haredi support. Consequently, Eisenkot faces the dual challenge of securing a parliamentary majority while preserving policy unity within the future government.<\/p>\n

The position of Avigdor Lieberman, leader of the Yisrael Beiteinu party, also plays a notable role. Lieberman has reportedly expressed support for Eisenkot\u2019s government formation efforts but has delegated direct negotiations with the Haredi parties to Eisenkot and his political allies. Lieberman has previously taken firm stances on the interplay between religion and state, compulsory military service, and privileges accorded to religious groups, indicating that reaching a political consensus with Haredi factions may not be facile. Nonetheless, some Haredi representatives have not completely rejected the possibility of talks with Lieberman, suggesting that if fruitful, such discussions could increase prospects for resolving the political deadlock.<\/p>\n

To date, no final agreement or official deal on coalition formation has been confirmed. Under Israeli constitutional procedures, the designated parliamentary member has an initial period of 28 days to form a government. The President may extend this period by up to 14 additional days if necessary. Should the incumbent candidate fail to secure 61 members\u2019 support within this timeframe, the President may entrust another Knesset member with the mandate to form a government. If all attempts fail, the country could face another election.<\/p>\n

Repeated elections and coalition uncertainties have raised concerns about prolonged political instability in Israel. Eisenkot\u2019s efforts to form a new administration to supplant Netanyahu\u2019s leadership present the possibility of upheavals in the country\u2019s political power balance. However, beyond the common aim of ousting Netanyahu, it remains crucial how much political consensus can be achieved on key policy areas.<\/p>\n

Eisenkot faces a major political trial in uniting parties with conflicting views on military service, religious community rights, national security, governmental reforms, and cooperation with Arab political parties. Forming a stable government will require long-term agreements among coalition partners even if a majority is secured. Hence, the upcoming political discussions and leaders\u2019 decisions will be pivotal in determining Israel\u2019s next prime minister.<\/p>\n

The pressing questions are whether Eisenkot can consolidate a majority, if Netanyahu can regain power, or if the nation will move toward yet another election.<\/p>\n

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Original Malayalam report: Malayalam Daily News<\/a><\/small><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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