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Israeli politician Eisenkot vows to dismantle Netanyahu legacy as parliament convenes
Gadi Eisenkot, tasked with forming Israel's next government, has pledged to reverse key policies of Benjamin Netanyahu as the new Knesset was sworn in on Tuesday. The former military chief has up to six weeks to build a coalition that would end Netanyahu's lengthy tenure as prime minister.
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Eisenkot's commitment to policy reversals sets the stage for an intensive month of legislative negotiations and coalition-building efforts. With Netanyahu's opponents holding a parliamentary majority, the new Knesset is positioned to advance legislation even as coalition talks continue.
In a show of intent, Eisenkot's bloc introduced multiple bills at the opening of the legislative session targeting Netanyahu and his administration's record. The proposed measures include establishing an independent government inquiry into Hamas's October 7, 2023, attacks and introducing term limits for the prime ministerial office.
Additionally, the incoming coalition has signalled plans to overturn several legal changes implemented by the outgoing Netanyahu-led government, particularly those that constrained judicial oversight and parliamentary authority. These moves reflect deeper divisions over governance and accountability that have defined Israeli politics in recent years.
The path to forming a viable government remains uncertain, with complex negotiations ahead among multiple political factions. Nevertheless, the new parliament's clear majority provides Netanyahu's opponents with considerable legislative power to enact their agenda during the coalition formation period.