No indication that blast targeted Israelis; Lapid, Herzog extend condolences to Turkey over apparent attack that killed 6, hurt dozens

Otzma Yehudit chief's office refuses to name any diplomats he's been in contact with; missions indicate clear reluctance to meet prospective incoming far-right minister

President says he’s ‘not oblivious’ to presumptive premier's ongoing criminal trial, but notes clear election results and MK support behind Likud’s return to power

Eisenkot warns far-right MK's lack of experience, hardline views will 'create chaotic environment'; Ex-Shin Bet official says he protested Gaza withdrawal via non-democratic means

As Herzog's consultations end, Likud chief gets backing of 64 MKs; both Arab parties decline to endorse anyone for prime minister; coalition negotiations continue

As president's consultations near end, Otzma Yehudit chief says he'll work for entire country but 'there should be order'; Noam, UTJ back Netanyahu, Ra'am refuses to support anyone

Yisrael Beytenu declines to endorse candidate; United Torah Judaism lawmakers vow to block changes to status quo on Temple Mount after president's hot mic warning about Ben Gvir

President warns Shas party about Temple Mount dangers in reference to far-right MK, who responds that Herzog assured him he need only explain his positions for world to understand

Yariv Levin tells president talks over reforms only valid if not being used as a delay tactic, as pre-ordained process kicks off ahead of Netanyahu being handed mandate Sunday

Right-religious bloc advances negotiations as Religious Zionism, UTJ and Shas haggle with Likud over policy, ministry appointments; Herzog kicks off consultations on PM pick