India, Nov. 6 -- Israeli President Isaac Herzog will announce on Sunday, November 8, which lawmaker he will ask to form the next government after opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot received more recommendations than Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

During consultations with political parties on Thursday, 67 members of the 120-seat Knesset backed Eisenkot, while 46 recommended Netanyahu. Seven lawmakers did not support either candidate, according to AFP.

Although Eisenkot received more recommendations, he still faces challenges in putting together a coalition that can command a majority in parliament. The backing of Arab-led parties has strengthened his position, but disagreements within the opposition could affect government formation. ...