Gantz Reportedly Offered National Security Advisor Role to Exit Race

Political circles are intensifying pressure on Benny Gantz, chairman of the National Unity Party, to withdraw from the upcoming elections, according to reports. Associates of Gadi Eisenkot are reportedly considering offering Gantz the position of National Security Council head in exchange for him stepping down from the race. This dramatic offer from Eisenkot's camp is intended to provide Gantz with a prestigious exit strategy, as recent polls indicate his party is weakening and hovering near the electoral threshold.

However, Gantz is reportedly leaning against withdrawing at this stage and is not interested in accepting positions as part of a resignation deal. This revelation about the National Security Council offer follows another report that Gantz has recently received surprising proposals from the other side of the political spectrum.

According to a report based on three different sources, the Likud party, during feelers for a potential alliance, offered Gantz an immediate ministerial appointment in the current government. This move was aimed at demonstrating seriousness and bolstering a "national unity government" campaign, with the theoretical possibility of him being appointed Defense Minister also mentioned. Gantz reportedly rejected these offers outright. The Likud party denied these reports, stating that "Benny Gantz did not receive an offer for a reserved spot."