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The Jerusalem Post editorialized that Israel's newly sworn-in 26th Knesset should start tackling urgent national issues while coalition talks continue. The Knesset was sworn in on Tuesday, and the editorial said whether MK Gadi Eisenkot can form a government, whether haredi or Arab parties join, and whether Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stays in power will be decided in the coming weeks. The paper named military conscription, crime in the Arab sector, rehabilitation of war-affected communities, the cost of living and public trust in institutions as issues lawmakers across the spectrum could share. The editorial said the first day offered little sign of cooperation. National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir interrupted Joint List leader Yousef Jabareen during his oath, Democrats MK Gilad Kariv walked out during Speaker Amir Ohana's address, and Joint List lawmakers walked out during the anthem. It criticized Netanyahu's unity appeal as divisive and praised President Isaac Herzog for urging lawmakers to avoid another election. The paper argued that bills already submitted could allow cross-party work even without a coalition of at least 61 seats, which it said is unclear.