Gantz Marks War Cabinet Anniversary, Warns of Return to Political Strife
Translated & summarized from Kikar HaShabbat by baba
Benny Gantz, former Defense Minister, marked the third anniversary of Israel's War Cabinet, recalling its formation on October 11, 2023. He warned that the country is again facing existential threats due to a return to "bloc versus bloc" political infighting. Gantz called for a unity government between the two major political blocs to prevent future disasters like the October 7th attack. He stated his determination to pursue this goal regardless of the political cost.
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- Benny Gantz marked the third anniversary of Israel's War Cabinet formation on October 11, 2023.
- Gantz warned that Israel is facing existential threats due to a return to "bloc versus bloc" political struggles.
- He recalled entering Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office to establish the War Cabinet shortly after the war began.
- Gantz revealed he was presented with a plan to attack Lebanon shortly after joining the War Cabinet.
- He called for a unity government between the two major political blocs to prevent future disasters.
- Gantz stated his commitment to doing what is right for Israel, regardless of political consequences.
Benny Gantz, Chairman of the Blue and White party and former Defense Minister, marked the third anniversary of the War Cabinet's formation with a special post on Sunday. He recalled the "dramatic day" of October 11, 2023, just days after the outbreak of the war, when he entered Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office and declared, "The games are over. Today we sign, and we establish the War Cabinet." Gantz revealed that he was later urgently summoned to the Prime Minister's office and presented with a plan to attack Lebanon. He stated that at the time, he told his staff, "We are entering an existential war, and if at such times I am not in the government, then why did I enter politics at all?"
Gantz issued a sharp warning about the current situation, asserting that "on October 11, 2026, the State of Israel again stands before a real danger to its future." He criticized the return of the "political conception" that led to the October 7th failures, stating, "We have returned to bloc versus bloc struggles." According to Gantz, Israel has sidelined the ability to deal with Iran, Gaza, Lebanon, and its "servants," and is now focused on "Netanyahu yes or no."
Despite warnings about his political path, Gantz affirmed his commitment to doing what is right for the country, regardless of electoral consequences. He concluded by stating that the "only way to escape disaster" is the establishment of a unity government between the two blocs, a mission he is determined to pursue to prevent another October 7th, irrespective of the political price. Gantz also recently declared he would continue in the election campaign despite weak poll numbers, denying he belonged to any bloc.
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