26th Knesset sworn in; Herzog calls for unity and compromise
Members of the 26th Knesset were sworn in today at a festive ceremony, against the backdrop of ongoing government formation efforts and moves to replace the Speaker.
The 26th Knesset officially began its term today with a festive swearing-in ceremony in Jerusalem, attended by President Isaac Herzog. According to reports by JNS and JDN, Herzog used the occasion to call for strengthening ties with the United States, promoting universal military service, and fostering political unity. The ceremony was held with all 120 members of parliament present, against the backdrop of a prolonged political stalemate and the transfer of the mandate to form a government to MK Gadi Eisenkot.
Parallel to the swearing-in, political maneuvering continued within the legislature. As reported by JDN and Ta Nea, the 'Change Bloc' is working to replace Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana, having secured the 61 signatures required for the move with the support of Arab factions. At this time, further details regarding the timing of the vote or the progress of coalition negotiations have not yet been released.