Corey Lewandowski, David Bossie said being considered by PM as potential hires for expected third round of elections in March

Legislation to set third national vote in under a year must pass four readings in parliament by midnight on Thursday

Plurality of respondents say incumbent premier to blame if third elections held; survey has no change in size of blocs, signaling further political gridlock

Yisrael Beytenu chief says if no is government formed in next 24 hours it'll be due to 'egos' of Gantz, Netanyahu

Rival MK Gideon Sa'ar welcomes announcement as part of party's 'great democratic tradition,' PM predicts he will achieve a 'big victory' in vote

Yisrael Beytenu chief says only a broad, unity coalition can cope with security and economic challenges at hand, after PM appeals to him in last-ditch effort to avoid 3rd election

With clock ticking down, Blue and White party chief says he and PM can still be 'partners' for talks; Likud shoots down offer, calls on Liberman to negotiate

Abandoning pact that could have made him prime minister, party No. 2 says the faction is united behind its leader as new elections come into focus

Two days before deadline, Likud and Blue and White agree on prospective date, a Monday, which must still be approved by Knesset

Blue and White chief again rejects Netanyahu's push for direct vote for premiership as 'spin'; says time to let go of political camps for greater good