Ben-Gvir Escalates Confrontation With Netanyahu Ahead of 2026 Elections

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir is reportedly escalating a confrontation with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, a move analysts suggest could benefit both politicians ahead of the 2026 elections. The friction appears to stem from differing approaches and political maneuvering within the right-wing bloc.

Meanwhile, former IDF General Gadi Eisenkot criticized Benny Gantz and Avigdor Lieberman, stating their actions harm the bloc's chances of winning, noting that even "Bibiists" are embarrassed by them. Eisenkot also questioned why the "change bloc" ignores Likud ministers and highlighted the pervasive presence of the October 7th events in public discourse, with every confession and frame recalling that day.

In legal and municipal news, Prime Minister Netanyahu has requested to summon former Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit as a witness before the elections. Separately, the Jerusalem Municipality rejected a request from the Haimanut Kessao family to set up a protest tent.

Political polling is causing concern within Eisenkot's bloc, with expectations that the situation will become clearer after the holidays to determine if their "nightmare" scenario materializes. The article also touches on various other figures and events, including criticism of "Naz," revelations of blindness, and commentary on settlers and the concept of self-sacrifice.