Benny Gantz Reveals Offer for High Likud Slot in Upcoming Interview
Translated & summarized from Srugim by baba
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- Benny Gantz received a high placement offer from Likud, but not from opposition parties.
- Gantz will continue his political race despite low poll numbers.
- He addressed his willingness to serve under Netanyahu again.
- Gantz responded to criticism regarding his role during the October 7th events.
- He shared personal details about his wife's Alzheimer's diagnosis.
Member of Knesset Benny Gantz revealed in an upcoming interview with Roni Kovan on Kan 11's "Meeting" program that he received a very high placement offer on the Likud party's Knesset list. Gantz stated that while Likud offered him a senior position, he did not receive a similar offer from any of the parties in the "Change Bloc." The interview, set to air Saturday night, will also address Gantz's insistence on continuing his political race despite recent polls placing his party far below the electoral threshold. He assured viewers that he would act responsibly to avoid wasting votes if necessary.
Gantz also discussed his willingness to serve in a government under Benjamin Netanyahu again, despite past experiences, and responded to claims of responsibility for the events of October 7th stemming from his tenure as Defense Minister during Operation "Guardian of the Walls." The interview will delve into both political and security matters.
Beyond politics, Gantz shared personal details about his life with his wife, Revital, who was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's. He described his methods for maintaining communication with her despite her condition. The full interview is scheduled to broadcast Saturday at 9:30 PM on Kan 11 and Kan BOX.
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