Gadi Eisenkot

Central Election Committee ordered Likud to remove billboards linking Eisenkot to Arab MKs, while also criticizing Yashar! over recruitment-style campaign letters.

Israel's anti-Netanyahu bloc holds a polling advantage, yet disagreements over minority governments and coalition terms threaten unity. Parties plan to challenge Speaker Amir Ohana immediately after elections.

Defense Minister Israel Katz ordered heightened IDF readiness ahead of elections amid multi-front escalation fears, as military officials prepare for potential threats involving Iran, Hezbollah, and the Houthis.

UTJ leader Yitzhak Goldknopf stated that border service for yeshiva students could work if budgets are fixed, while predicting nine mandates for his party in the upcoming elections.

Dozens of mayors from Israel's periphery demand parties commit to a 100 billion shekel national plan to develop the Negev and Galilee, exposing a gap between political promises and concrete budgets.

A Kantar poll shows Naftali Bennett rising to 14 mandates as the Change Bloc navigates shifting dynamics, rising Arab voter turnout, and tight electoral margins ahead of the October 2026 Knesset elections.

Gadi Eisenkot shared personal reflections on his military service, recalling a severe head injury from his youth, subsequent trauma, and memories of his late son Gal.

MK Amit Halevi criticized former IDF chief Gadi Eisenkot at a Jerusalem conference, claiming military doctrine left the army unprepared for October 7.

The 2026 Israeli election sees fierce competition in peripheral towns as Yashar! leader Gadi Eisenkot challenges Likud's traditional base. While Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warns against a left-wing coalition, Eisenkot seeks to neutralize right-wing hostility and suppress Likud turnout.

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz blamed opposition leaders for potential future attacks, sparking sharp denunciations from Yair Lapid, Gadi Eisenkot, and Yair Golan.

Fauda co-creator Lior Raz called for political change ahead of the October 27 Knesset elections, criticizing the government's treatment of military reservists.

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich confirmed that Itamar Ben Gvir previously agreed to sit with Ra'am and stated he does not rule out a government with Gadi Eisenkot.

A new Channel 14 poll ahead of the October 2026 elections shows the right bloc holding 62 seats, with Likud at 30 and Netanyahu leading premiership suitability.

Israeli opposition parties agree on replacing the Knesset Speaker after elections, but remain deeply divided over forming minority governments and relying on Arab factions.

Israeli political leaders Yair Golan, Yoaz Hendel, and Gadi Eisenkot have signed a green charter to address the looming crisis in the nation's waste management sector.

Gadi Eisenkot leads Polymarket predictions with 52% odds to become Israel's next prime minister, outperforming Benjamin Netanyahu and Naftali Bennett.

Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara has banned the live broadcast of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's speech at an upcoming military graduation ceremony over election propaganda concerns.

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir defended Channel 14 host Yinon Magal over controversial remarks about Gadi Eisenkot, highlighting coalition divisions ahead of the elections.

The "Yashar!" party led by Gadi Eisenkot released a birthday video for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu featuring a wish for political change. The video comes amid opposition momentum in recent polls ahead of the upcoming Knesset elections.

Politicians flock to Teddy Stadium in Jerusalem during a high-profile football match, highlighting pre-election tensions as candidates campaign among tens of thousands of fans.

Avigdor Lieberman and Gadi Eisenkot met to mend ties after a public spat, agreeing to focus on boosting voter turnout and uniting the anti-Netanyahu bloc ahead of the upcoming Knesset elections.

MK Gadi Eisenkot criticized Benjamin Netanyahu's rhetoric on the Iranian threat during a radio interview, emphasizing coalition plans with Avigdor Lieberman and strict conscription terms ahead of the 2026 elections.

A new Walla poll ahead of the October 2026 Knesset elections shows Gadi Eisenkot and Naftali Bennett gaining strength while Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's party slips. Neither political bloc reaches the 61-seat majority.

Arab media outlets closely analyze Israel's upcoming Knesset elections, focusing on Benny Gantz's withdrawal, comparisons between Benjamin Netanyahu and Gadi Eisenkot, and the potential impact of US support and Arab voter turnout.

With the 2026 Knesset elections approaching, Israeli politicians and analysts warn that the country may face yet another repeat election cycle due to anticipated political deadlocks.

The Central Election Committee warned media and parties about poll restrictions ahead of the 26th Knesset vote. Concurrently, a study cautioned against relying on volatile prediction markets.

Ahead of the October 27, 2026 elections, Bird scooter company offers voters two free rides with promo code VOTE_IL to ease election day traffic and parking congestion.

MK Gadi Eisenkot launched a sharp counterattack against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, rejecting elite puppet claims and criticizing Netanyahu's fitness for office ahead of the Knesset elections.

Gadi Eisenkot visited Eilat, vowing to establish an October 7 state inquiry within two weeks of taking office, criticizing Haredi conscription policies, and denying false reports regarding Iran.

MK Yinon Azoulay of Shas strongly criticized the opposition bloc, ruled out joining a government led by Gadi Eisenkot, and urged failing right-wing candidates to withdraw.

Benny Gantz's withdrawal from the Knesset race has sparked intense political reactions. Change bloc leaders praised his responsible decision, while right-wing figures urged smaller factions to drop out to avoid wasting crucial votes.

Supreme Court Justice Noam Solberg dismissed a petition against JNF Chairman Eyal Ostrinsky, ruling political campaign bans do not apply to his political role.

Social media star Dana Zarmon faced severe backlash and a legal warning from Likud after interviewing Yashar! party leader Gadi Eisenkot ahead of the Knesset elections.

Gadi Eisenkot's Yashar! party distributed mock IDF draft notices to young voters, sparking outrage and an urgent Likud petition to the Central Elections Committee.

Benny Gantz has launched a fierce political campaign against former allies Avigdor Lieberman and Gadi Eisenkot, warning of potential coalitions with Arab parties.

Gadi Eisenkot's Yashar party raised over 35 million shekels through guarantees and donations ahead of the upcoming Knesset elections, backed by prominent business leaders.

Data from the Open University project reveals a dramatic surge in AI propaganda and deepfakes ahead of Israel's upcoming elections, highlighting synthetic videos involving Netanyahu, Trump, and Sinwar.

Yisrael Beytenu leader Avigdor Lieberman criticized U.S. President Donald Trump's endorsement of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, warning that Israel must remain an independent and sovereign state.

A fierce political competition for the religious-Zionist public unfolded as Itamar Ben Gvir warned against exclusion from the next government, while Gadi Eisenkot and Matan Kahana pitched the 'servicemen's alliance' in Givat Shmuel.

The Likud party issued a legal warning to influencer Dana Zarmon over her interview with Gadi Eisenkot, demanding the removal or labeling of political content.

Opposition Leader Yair Lapid and MK Gadi Eisenkot sharply criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's new security doctrine, dismissing it as superficial and a political maneuver.

Ofer Winter's Amcha Yisrael party launched an online campaign game titled Smashing the Conception, aiming to position him as Israel's next defense minister.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu unveiled Israel's updated national security doctrine, emphasizing preemptive military action, the goal of toppling the Iranian regime, and strict opposition to Palestinian statehood ahead of the upcoming elections.

The Amcha Yisrael party, led by Ofer Winter, has launched a campaign targeting Benjamin Netanyahu, Avigdor Lieberman, and Gadi Eisenkot with the slogan "They are afraid."

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed security policies, the Iranian threat, and political opposition figures in a comprehensive interview ahead of the upcoming Knesset elections.

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir publicly defended Channel 14 presenter Yinon Magal following fierce political backlash over controversial remarks directed at Gadi Eisenkot.

Tensions within Israel's opposition block rise as Yair Golan warns against post-election defections, while Avigdor Lieberman and Gadi Eisenkot clash over electoral strategies.

With ten days until the elections, new polls show Gadi Eisenkot leading Likud, while Netanyahu and opposition blocs remain deadlocked at around 51 seats each.

Yashar party leader Gadi Eisenkot rallied Druze supporters in Isfiya, pledging legislative reforms to address community grievances regarding the Nation-State Law and housing infrastructure.

A leaked conversation reveals Ra'am leader Mansour Abbas planning post-election coalition scenarios, exposing sharp divisions within the anti-Netanyahu bloc over partnering with his party.