A. Chief Justice of Israel
B. President Isaac Herzog
C. Speaker of the Knesset
D. Chief of Staff of the IDF
Explanation:
– President Isaac Herzog consults representatives of the elected political parties.
– He then selects a Knesset member who appears most likely to form a government.
– On 5 November, 67 lawmakers recommended Gadi Eisenkot, while 46 recommended Benjamin Netanyahu.
– Reuters reported that Herzog planned to select a candidate on Sunday, 8 November 2026.
– The selected candidate normally receives 28 days, with a possible 14-day extension, to form a government.
Related one-line questions and answers
- Who is the President of Israel? — Isaac Herzog.
- Who is Israel’s caretaker Prime Minister? — Benjamin Netanyahu.
- How long is the initial government-formation period? — 28 days.
- What extension may be granted? — Up to 14 additional days.
- What may happen if no government can be formed? — Another election may be called.