Gadi Eisenkot

Gadi Eisenkot launches a centrist campaign targeting commuters on Route 4. The former IDF chief aims to appeal to Israel's middle class while preventing a collapse in the fractured opposition bloc.

Ex-general Gadi Eisenkot, whose son died in Gaza, is emerging as a major political challenger to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Israel's upcoming elections. Eisenkot, leading the centrist party 'Yashar!', criticizes Netanyahu's Gaza strategy and positions himself as a unifying, non-polarizing alternative. His military background and personal loss have bolstered his credibility among Israelis.

Gadi Eisenkot, former Israeli defense chief, is emerging as the main rival to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ahead of Israel's parliamentary elections. His centrist party Yashar! is currently second in polls behind Netanyahu's Likud. The election is scheduled for October 20 at the latest.

Trump praised Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu as a 'warrior PM' and highlighted 'great' ties with Israel amid tensions over Iran. US intelligence reportedly believes Netanyahu's actions in Lebanon could undermine a potential deal, while Israeli media claims American officials are establishing informal channels with Israeli leaders Bennett and Eisenkot.

The article discusses Israel's potential objections to a potential Iran deal, reports of a 60-day ceasefire, and new tensions over women serving in combat roles. It includes an interview with Gadi Eisenkot, head of Yashar, and insights from political reporter Tal Schneider.