Netanyahu could remain Israel’s prime minister even if Eisenkot wins Tuesday’s election, as polls show no bloc majority and he seeks a unity deal

The Washington Post reported that Benjamin Netanyahu could stay on as Israel’s prime minister even if Gadi Eisenkot wins Tuesday’s election. Polls suggest neither bloc will secure a parliamentary majority.

Netanyahu is pushing for a unity government with Eisenkot, potentially including an agreement to rotate the premiership. The idea has been discussed by allies of Trump.

Eisenkot has publicly rejected such a deal. Netanyahu has privately offered to abandon his far-right coalition partners, according to the report.

If negotiations fail, Netanyahu could remain caretaker prime minister until another election.