Who is Gadi Eizenkot, the man challenging Netanyahu?
Israel’s political landscape is witnessing a seismic shift as the opposition camp—featuring the former Chief of Staff and leader of the Yashar party, Gadi Eisenkot—gains ground against the camp of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, according to preliminary election results. These developments unfold amid anticipation for the final tallies, which will determine the balance of power … The post Who…
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces his most challenging election in three months as the country grapples with the aftermath of the Hamas-led attacks on 7 October 2023 and other political issues. At the forefront of this shift is Gadi Eisenkot, the former army chief who has become Netanyahu's strongest political opponent.
With voting set for 27 October, polls indicate Netanyahu's Likud party and allies are struggling to reach the 61-seat majority required to form a government. Eisenkot now leads a diverse opposition coalition comprising right-wing, centrist, left-wing Jewish and Palestinian parties, and recent surveys suggest he has the best chance yet of unseating Netanyahu after years in power.
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