President Herzog to Name Government-Forming Candidate on Nov 8 after Party Talks

President <b>Isaac Herzog</b> began his second day of consultations with Israeli political parties on <b>Nov 5</b>, after the inconclusive <b>Oct 27</b> election left the 120‑seat Knesset fragmented with no bloc reaching the 61‑seat majority. He met leaders of Likud, Labor, Yesh Atid and the United Arab List to gauge coalition possibilities, with Arab party lists expected to play a pivotal role. Herzog said he will announce the appointed negotiator on <b>Nov 8</b>. The decision will name the Knesset member tasked with forming a government, a move closely watched domestically and internationally as it will shape Israel’s next administration. The outcome could affect Israel’s foreign policy and domestic reforms.