But PM still lacks clear to path to ruling majority; predominantly Arab Joint List doesn't back anyone, but says it could support Lapid if he doesn't ally with right-wingers
President hints at possible 'value-based considerations' in choice of candidate; reprimands Likud's Ohana for speaking against PM's trial: 'That's your opinion, I can't accept it'
President's consultations with each of the 13 incoming political parties will be streamed live; he is expected to assign lawmaker mandate to form a coalition on Wednesday
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