Olmerts resignation marks the official commencement of Tzipi Livnis daunting task of piecing together a new coalition. The task will not be an easy one and if it fails, Israel will be headed for full scale general elections. After meeting with new Kadima Leader Tzipi Livni, Defense Minister Ehud Barak promised his support for Livnis bid to form a new coalition government. The Meretz Party also expressed their support for Livnis new government. 09/22/08