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Bennett’s grand plan and the challenges that stand in his way

The former PMs' surprise alliance is meant to build momentum against Netanyahu, but it could alienate right-wing voters and complicate efforts to bring in former military chief Eisenkot

Moran Azulay | 04.27.26

Bennett, Lapid announce joint run: 'Fateful moments require bold steps'

Hours after announcing their alliance, Bennett told Gadi Eisenkot that 'our door is open,' and pledged that if elected, his government would establish a state inquiry on its first day into the failures surrounding the Oct. 7 attack

Moran Azulay | 04.26.26

Gal, the understanding I will not see you again sears my soul

Former IDF chief of staff Lt. Gen. (res.) Gadi Eisenkot writes to his son Gal, a 25-year-old IDF reservist killed Dec. 7, 2023, during an operation to recover the bodies of abducted victims in Gaza

Gadi Eisenkot | 04.21.26

Gadi Eisenkot and the leadership Israel is missing

Opinion: In a healthier political culture, a former IDF chief of staff, bereaved father and widely respected public servant like Gadi Eisenkot would be a leading contender for prime minister. His struggle to reach double digits says far more about Israeli society than about him

Merav Betito | 01.22.26

אזכרתו של גל איזנקוט ז"ל, שנתיים למותו - אביו גדי

At son’s memorial, Gadi Eisenkot calls for state inquiry and condemns draft evasion law

Two years after the death of Gal Eisenkot, son of a former IDF chief of staff, his father said at a memorial that a state inquiry is owed to the fallen and that draft evasion violates mutual responsibility; on the Rafah tunnel video: 'With leadership, the six hostages could have been here'

Eitan Glickman | 12.12.25

Report: former IDF chief Eisenkot invites ex-Shin Bet head Yoram Cohen to join his party

Cohen and Eisenkot served concurrently as Shin Bet chief and IDF chief of staff during Cohen’s final year in office; both held their senior posts under Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu

Amir Ettinger | 10.21.25

יאיר לפיד גדי איזנקוט בני גנץ יאיר גולן אביגדור ליברמן נפתלי בנט

Netanyahu’s rivals meet in secret, vow to topple government 'by this winter'

In a closed-door meeting without photos or Arab parties, Lapid, Gantz, Bennett, Lieberman, Eisenkot and Golan discussed plans to oust Netanyahu and backed Trump’s plan to free hostages and form a 'healing government'

Moran Azulay | 10.08.25

גדי אייזנקוט בסדרת ביטחון בבית בן גוריון בתל אביב

Former IDF chief Eisenkot launches new party ‘Yashar’ with prominent Israeli figures

Eisenkot’s new party includes former Netanyahu aide Yoav Horowitz, ex-minister Matan Kahana, retired generals Tal Rousso and Yishai Bar, economist Manuel Trajtenberg, Wix president Nir Zohar, filmmaker Yariv Mozer and others

Moran Azulay | 09.16.25

מפלגת "המחנה הממלכתי" חוזרת לשמה המקורי - "כחול לבן"

'Israel moves toward consensus': As faction members resign, Benny Gantz rebrands his party

With key exits, Gantz reclaims Blue and White and launches a unity-focused campaign aimed at bridging Israel’s divides; with fresh messaging and nationwide outreach, the rebranded party positions itself as a centrist anchor in turbulent times

Moran Azulay | 07.01.25

יו"ר המחנה הממלכתי בני גנץ וחבר הסיעה גדי איזנקוט בישיבת סיעה

Eisenkot leaves National Unity Party, will resign from Knesset

Former IDF chief of staff informed party chairman Benny Gantz that he had decided to leave and return the mandate; However, those around him make it clear: he is not retiring from political life; Lapid is considering offering Eisenkot to head his party

Moran Azulay | 06.30.25

Hostage families mad after PM says will agree to partial release of hostages in temporary cease-fire

It is not the first time that the prime minister has said he would not approve a permanent cease-fire, but the families and the war cabinet were still caught off guard when Netanyahu floated a partial hostage retrieval deal during his first Israeli television interview since Oct. 7 'who do we leave behind? Who is worth more?'

ynet correspondents | 06.24.24

בצלאל סמוטריץ' בנימין נתניהו איתמר בן גביר

The obstacles in Netanyahu's path to a hostage deal

Analysis: With mounting issues piling on Netanyahu's government amid war, the troubles facing the coalition could lead to its dissolution even before reaching a deal with Hamas

Moran Azulay | 06.03.24

Hablo Ingles? PM seeks English speakers

Opinion: in Netanyahu's coalition, the main criterion is loyalty rather than excellence, which prompted many of the PMOs most enlightened minds to jump ship or become state witnesses

Amit Segal | 03.28.24

ראש הממשלה בנימין נתניהו כעת בהערכת מצב עם חברי קבינט המלחמה, בקריה בתל אביב

Fewer leaks, more talks and late-night pizzas: Inside nerve center of Gaza war

Despite criticism, War Cabinet shifted key discussions from tension-filled State Security Cabinet to smaller forum; here, despite pragmatic atmosphere, sharp disagreements emerge, with Private Deri offering unexpected ideas, surprising even IDF chief

Itamar Eichner | 02.23.24

Victory means controlling the narrative, not capitulating to Hamas

Opinion: Gadi Eizenkot, Benny Gantz and others are pushing for a second hostage release deal at all costs, even if it means Israel comes off looking weak; true victory means we dictate terms and recruit international partners to bring about hostages' release from a position of strength

Ben-Dror Yemini | 01.21.24

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