Gantz Vows to Run, Offers Meeting to Eisenkot Amid Party Split Fears
Translated & summarized from Israel Hayom by baba
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- Benny Gantz confirmed he will run in the upcoming elections.
- Gantz claims internal polls show Blue and White exceeding 5 seats.
- He urged supporters not to fear wasting their vote.
- Gantz is attempting to meet with former partner Gadi Eisenkot.
- Eisenkot and other former allies want Gantz to withdraw.
- Gantz reportedly seeks support for a presidential run.
Benny Gantz, chairman of the Blue and White party, has affirmed his intention to run in the upcoming elections, releasing a video message on Saturday night stating that voters would see the "Blue and White led by Benny Gantz" ballot. He asserted that internal data indicated the party would secure over 5 seats, with the only obstacle being the electoral threshold. Gantz urged supporters not to fear "wasting their vote" and encouraged those who believe in the party's path to vote, promising that "together we are a great force." He also invited critics and pollsters to examine the party's data for transparency.
Despite his public stance, Gantz has reportedly been attempting to arrange a meeting with his former partner, Gadi Eisenkot, offering several potential dates. Eisenkot and other former allies within the party are advocating for Gantz to withdraw from the electoral race. Earlier reports indicated that Gantz was seeking assurances of support for a future presidential bid.
The article also included a brief mention of a video showing Gantz and Eitan Ginzburg seemingly ignoring each other.
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