What powers does Netanyahu have as Israel’s interim PM?
Summary
Benjamin Netanyahu remains Israel’s caretaker prime minister while opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot tries to form a government after an election that left no bloc with a Knesset majority. Israeli law lets the outgoing government continue managing the state, security and foreign relations, though its actions are expected to show restraint and may face extra scrutiny.Key Facts
- Neither Eisenkot’s alliance nor Netanyahu’s coalition secured the 61 Knesset seats needed for a majority.
- President Isaac Herzog gave Eisenkot the opportunity to form a government.
- If Eisenkot fails, Herzog could ask Netanyahu to try to form a coalition.
- Israel’s Basic Law: The Government says the outgoing administration continues until a replacement government takes office.
- As caretaker prime minister, Netanyahu retains authority over the executive branch, security and foreign relations.
- Netanyahu’s cabinet can approve a new war, but Netanyahu cannot launch one on his own.
- Netanyahu retains authority over military appointments and security decisions, which are expected to receive extra scrutiny.
- The Shin Bet, Israel’s internal intelligence agency, continues to report directly to the prime minister.
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