The deep distrust between Netanyahu and Gantz shapes every facet of the new coalition deal, transforming the nascent coalition into a two-headed hydra of contradictory impulses

Deal will see PM step down in 18 months, but dovetails with most of his demands including annexation and judicial appointments, paves way for largest cabinet in Israel's history

Blue and White sources say Gantz will make good on his threat to convene Knesset vote Monday, but former ally Ya'alon says it's just a pressure tactic in negotiations with Likud

Blue and White is said to be pushing for a reshuffle of the Knesset's judicial appointments panel, in latest move to pressure PM into signing coalition deal

Officials reportedly say move by potential unity government would elicit 'strong response'; Gantz adviser responds that he will try to influence matter

Blue and White chief informs associates of 'breakthrough' in negotiations, TV report says, claims agreement could potentially be signed within the next day

Blue and White leader dismisses criticism of his actions, says all his decisions were taken to help Israel deal with coronavirus crisis

Yesh Atid-Telem leader says he isn't happy with current caretaker government, but adds it's better than 4th election or Netanyahu-Gantz unity deal

Blue and White leader, who is Knesset speaker, hints he’ll approve a bill to rule out indicted PM if no deal reached by Monday

After talks fail to produce government by Gantz's Wednesday night deadline, president says he hopes legislature can choose an MK to form a coalition