# Israeli opposition rallies behind Eisenkot as Herzog begins talks on next government

https://mins.news/en/item/125907

- TRT World, 2026-11-02 17:44 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.trtworld.com/article/e418250c4627

> Israel’s opposition has rallied behind Eisenkot as Herzog starts consultations on forming the next government. Under Israel’s parliamentary system, voters elect Knesset members rather than choosing a prime minister directly.

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