Eisenkot's Hopes to Become Israeli Prime Minister Could Be Destroyed by Key Coalition Partner

Eisenkot's hopes to become Israeli prime minister could be destroyed by key coalition partner

Credit: Gadi Eisenkot/Avigdor Lieberman on XGadi Eisenkot’s hopes to become Israel’s next prime minister appear to be severely hampered due to the stance of potential key coalition partner Avigdor Lieberman.

Liberman refuses to commit to endorsing Eisenkot for prime minister

Netanyahu's primary rival faces challenges in bid to topple the prime minister, with Yisrael Beytenu chief reportedly suggesting he may not back opposition figure's bid for the premiership.

Liberman to Eisenkot: I won't commit to backing you

Yisrael Beytenu chief MK Avigdor Liberman declines to commit to recommending Yashar! chairman Gadi Eisenkot for prime minister, demands Knesset speakership for his party.

Liberman berates Eisenkot in tense meeting, accuses him of damaging anti-Netanyahu bl

Yisrael Beytenu leader blames Yashar! chairman's election campaign and minority government proposal for weakening bloc's prospects; as Bennett backs Eisenkot for prime minister, Liberman remains silent on endorsement ahead of presidential consultations