Israel heads for unity government as Netanyahu's rival puts coronavirus challenge over politics
The move will end political deadlock in a country that has held three elections in less than a year.
Israel has reported over 4,300 coronavirus cases and 15 deaths to date. The country of nearly 9 million has put partial lockdown measures in place to stem the spread of the virus. The unexpected announcement sent shockwaves through Gantz's Blue and White party over the weekend, and comes after he warned former allies in the party that leading Israel into a fourth round of elections was not an option. Citing the coronavirus outbreak, he asked leaders to put "personal scores aside.". He and his close advisers will remain in quarantine until cleared by a doctor.
Under the agreement, Netanyahu will lead the country for 18 months, then allow Gantz to take over as prime minister. President Trump called Netanyahu on Friday to congratulate him on the fact that a government would be formed under his premiership.
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