Israel · Country watch
Eisenkot Cancels Talks, BoI Eyes Finance Rules
Eisenkot halts coalition talks with Likud; Bank of Israel considers tightening developer finance rules, impacting construction sector.
In this briefing Bank of Israel · Gadi Eisenkot · Benjamin Netanyahu · Likud · Gideon Sa'ar · Interior Ministry
Regulation
BoI mulls tightening developer finance rules
The Bank of Israel is considering tightening restrictions on developers' finance schemes, according to Globes. Current restrictions, set to expire at the end of December, have been circumvented by developers through creative financing methods. The potential regulatory changes aim to address these loopholes and ensure financial stability within the construction sector. This move could impact developers' ability to secure financing for new projects.
Impact Developers face stricter financing conditions, affecting construction project planning and execution.
Sources: Globes ↗
Politics
Eisenkot cancels coalition talks with Likud
Part of: Political tensions rise over coalition formation in Israel →
Gadi Eisenkot, leader of the Yashar! party, has canceled coalition talks with Likud following a speech by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The speech, described as divisive by Eisenkot's party, was delivered at the swearing-in ceremony for the 26th Knesset. This move halts progress towards forming a new government, as Eisenkot's bloc seeks to consolidate control over key parliamentary positions. IsraelHayom reports that the cancellation underscores ongoing political tensions.
Impact Political uncertainty affects policy stability, impacting public-sector planning and operations.
Sources: IsraelHayom ↗, Jerusalem Post ↗
Netanyahu to appoint Gideon Sa'ar as Interior Minister
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu plans to appoint Gideon Sa'ar as Interior Minister, filling a 13-month vacancy. The position, previously managed indirectly by the Haredi party Shas, will now return to full ministerial control. Arutz Sheva reports that the appointment will be submitted for government approval, marking a significant shift in the ministry's leadership. Sa'ar's return to the role could influence policy directions within the Interior Ministry.
Impact Public-sector operations may shift as the Interior Ministry gains new leadership under Gideon Sa'ar.
Watch Netanyahu to submit Sa'ar's appointment for approval on Wednesday. · 11 November 2026
Sources: Arutz Sheva ↗, Haaretz ↗
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Also today in the local press
- How Eisenkot's bloc aims to undo Netanyahu's reforms – even without a government — Haaretz
- Netanyahu's Knesset outburst was a new low. He knows he's out of ammo — Haaretz
- Netanyahu’s bid to block rival government fades as Eisenkot loses patience — Ynet
- Lights out in Tehran: Iran braces for worsening gas and electricity crisis — Ynet
- Netanyahu calls for ‘unity,’ attacks Arab parties; Bennett: ‘What about your Qatari advisers?’ — Ynet
- Eisenkot and Lapid launch legislative blitz: ‘We will work to repair Israel’ — Ynet
- Israel's new Knesset sworn in as Eisenkot seeks to form government — Haaretz
- Likud furious: Police failed to properly investigate election irregularities — Arutz Sheva
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