Netanyahu nominated to try to form Israeli government

President warns, however, that there is little chance of him achieving a majority coalitionIsrael’s president has nominated the prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, to try to form a government following the latest inconclusive election, but voiced doubt that any candidate can forge a majority coalition.“I have come to a decision based on the numbers of recommendations (from lawmakers), which indicates that Benjamin Netanyahu has a slightly higher chance of forming a government,” Reuven Rivlin said. Continue reading... https://www.theguardian.com/world/2021/apr/06/netanyahu-nominated-to-try-to-form-israeli-government #benjamin_netanyahu #world_news #israel #middle_east_and_north_africa