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U.S. President Donald Trump takes the stage to speak at the UP.Summit at the Kennedy Space Center, in Cape Canaveral, Florida, on November 6, 2026. (Credit: Alex Wroblewski/AFP) Add as preferred on Google Soon after Israel's president Isaac Herzog tasked opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot with forming the next Israeli government on Sunday, U.S. President Donald Trump sprang into action. According to Trump, Eisenkot has "very similar views" to those of his predecessor and rival, Benjamin Netanyahu, marking a change in tone from before the Israeli elections, when Trump announced his full support for Netanyahu, declaring that “anyone other than Bibi” would be "the wrong leader" for Israel. Now, he claims that either of the two Israeli rivals would "strongly" support his policies. Read more Israeli president formally tasks Gadi Eisenkot with forming next government Despite his appointment, it remains uncertain whether Eisenkot will succeed in forming a government. His coalition has only secured 48 of... You have reached your article limit.Stay informed as events unfold across a region in flux.Subscribe for $0.5/month for the first 3 months. Subscribe now Log in This article is only available to L’Orient Today subscribers. Subscribe now Log in Create a free account to continue reading this article. You’ll also receive The Morning Brief, our must-read daily digest of Middle East news. Opt out anytime Email Address Password Email Address Password I would like to receive special offers from L'Orient Today as well as selections of the best articles. Register By creating an account, you agree to the terms and conditions of use and our privacy policy. Register Or register with: Facebook
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