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Eisenkot Declares PM Bid, Rejects Bennett's Unity Offer

3/30/2026

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Gadi Eisenkot, leader of the Yashar! Party, announced his candidacy for prime minister and rejected Naftali Bennett's unity proposal.
In a Channel 12 interview, Eisenkot emphasized his leadership skills and commitment to a new vision for Israel.
Eisenkot stated, "I did not leave Benny Gantz as number two only to become number two under Bennett".
Bennett warned against vote-splitting and urged Eisenkot to reconsider as the October elections approach.

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Gadi Eisenkot, leader of the Yashar! Party, announced his candidacy for prime minister and rejected Naftali Bennett's unity proposal.
In a Channel 12 interview, Eisenkot emphasized his leadership skills and commitment to a new vision for Israel.
Eisenkot stated, "I did not leave Benny Gantz as number two only to become number two under Bennett".
Bennett warned against vote-splitting and urged Eisenkot to reconsider as the October elections approach.