Gantz Reveals Netanyahu Offered Him Top Spot on Likud List
Translated & summarized from Maariv by baba
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- Gantz received a high offer to join Likud's leadership.
- He rejected the offer, citing a desire for national unity.
- Gantz discussed his continued participation in elections.
- He addressed potential future government service with Netanyahu.
Benny Gantz revealed in an upcoming interview with Roni Kuban that he received a "very high, very secure" offer to join the Likud party's leadership, which he declined. Gantz stated that while the offer presented significant personal political potential, he rejected it because his priority is national unity, not personal political advancement. He explained that he has a "path" he wants to follow and is not seeking a "political seat" but rather "unity in the State of Israel."
The interview comes as Gantz's party struggles in polls, falling far below the electoral threshold. During the program, Gantz is expected to explain his decision to remain in the election race, asserting that he will act responsibly and not waste votes if necessary. He also addresses the possibility of serving in a government with Benjamin Netanyahu again, despite their past experiences, and touches upon claims of his responsibility for the events of October 7th, given his tenure as Defense Minister during Operation Guardian of the Walls.
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