JERUSALEM – The centrist Israeli party Yeshar, led by Gadi Eisenkot, has introduced a proposal to establish a state investigative commission to examine failures leading up to the 7 October 2023 Hamas attack. Their legislative package also addresses the powers of the prime minister, judiciary, and media.
Proposal Seeks Independent Review of Failings
The proposed commission aims to clarify the circumstances of the attack, which resulted in the deaths of hundreds of civilians and the taking of hostages. The investigation would also scrutinize the readiness of the security apparatus and the political decision-making in the lead-up to the events.
The submission of the proposal does not mean the commission has been established. The details of its mandate and powers must still undergo the legislative process.
Yeshar Aims to Reopen Past Government Reforms
The party is pushing for changes concerning the judiciary and the office of the attorney general. It is also advocating adjustments to the rules governing how long a prime minister can remain in office.
These issues have long divided Israeli politics. Supporters and critics of reform disagree on how best to ensure checks on power and the independence of key institutions.
Eisenkot Tasked with Forming a Government
President Itzhak Herzog tasked Gadi Eisenkot on 8 November with forming a new government. He has a set deadline to secure parliamentary backing, which can be extended under the rules.
The outcome of the coalition talks remains uncertain. Any new government will also require parliamentary support for significant changes.
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Source: TASR, AFP, Ynet, Pravda, 10 November 2026
This article was translated from the original Slovak version with the assistance of AI.
