Eisenkot Threatens Shin Bet Chief's Review in 3 Weeks

Gadi Eisenkot, chairman of the "Yashar!" party, stated on Sunday at a national student union conference that he would re-examine the performance of Shin Bet chief David Zini after the elections. Eisenkot expressed concern that unqualified individuals, potentially appointed due to personal connections rather than professional merit, are being placed in key government positions, citing the Flydubai airline appointments as an example that spans multiple ministries and the Prime Minister's office. He acknowledged Zini as a distinguished field officer but stressed the need for appointees to demonstrate loyalty to the state, not their appointers, and to act according to their designated roles. Eisenkot plans to thoroughly review the matter in three weeks.

Eisenkot also reflected on government conduct during the recent war, recalling a critical discussion three years prior regarding a preemptive strike against Hezbollah. He noted the absence of a stenographer or recording device during this crucial debate, expressing concern that the exact proceedings of the first 40 minutes might never be known, potentially hindering future state inquiry commissions. Regarding the upcoming elections, Eisenkot declared that if no clear winner emerges, he would support a transitional government led by Netanyahu or any government with a clear Zionist majority, provided it aligns with his four core principles. He aims for "Yashar!" to become the largest party, surpassing Likud, to form a stable government capable of making difficult decisions on state education, inquiry commissions, and the draft law.