Israeli #presidential_election set for June 10
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Israeli lawmakers will elect a successor to outgoing President Shimon Peres on June 10, parliamentary speaker Yuli Edelstein told reporters on Monday. Edelstein’s announcement marks the official start of the race for the position, which has been held by Peres since 2007. Candidates must receive the backing of at least 10 other MPs, and formally present their requests in writing to the speaker on May 27, Edelstein said. The post of president is largely ceremonial and executive power rests with the prime minister. Peres will step down at the end of July. read more