Surrogates for US President Donald Trump spoke with Israeli officials about the possibility of a unity government that includes both Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Gadi Eisenkot, chairman of the Yishai party, The Washington Post reported on Monday.
The report cited a Likud official who said, "Eisenkot has shown he lacks the backbone and the determination that Netanyahu has, and I think Trump understands that."
"What Trump wants is a stable and reliable Israeli government that can be formed as soon as possible after the election," the official added.
According to the report, officials within the Trump administration are divided on the issue of a unity government.
Sources: Netanyahu believes Eisenkot would be best partner if Iran war resumes
Sources told The Washington Post that Netanyahu told US officials that he believes Eisenkot would be the best partner if hostilities resume between Israel and Iran.
The report noted that Netanyahu told US and European officials that he would push for a more moderate coalition if he partnered with Eisenkot.