Jerusalem, Nov. 8 -- Yashar party chairman Gadi Eisenkot on Sunday called for the formation of a "national emergency government" after Israeli President Isaac Herzog formally tasked him with forming the country's next government, following a decisive show of support from 67 lawmakers in the 120-member Knesset.

In a post on X, Eisenkot said, "Now is the time to form a national emergency government. I will do everything to ensure we are worthy."

The development marks a major political setback for incumbent Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, whose bid to retain power suffered a blow after a majority of Knesset factions recommended Eisenkot to lead the next government.

According to a statement issued by the Office of the President of Israe...