Matan Kahana: Eisenkot More Right-Wing Than Netanyahu, PM Must Resign
Translated & summarized from Arutz Sheva by baba
Matan Kahana of the "Yashr" party stated that Gadi Eisenkot is more right-wing than Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and that Netanyahu must resign due to his responsibility for the October 7th massacre. Kahana also claimed that Likud members are in contact with Eisenkot, not the other way around, and rejected accusations of racism against his party. He asserted that Netanyahu's 17 years in power make him accountable for the events of October 7th.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Matan Kahana claims Gadi Eisenkot is more right-wing than Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
- Kahana stated Netanyahu must resign, holding him responsible for the October 7th massacre.
- Kahana alleged Likud members are in contact with Eisenkot's "Yashr" party.
- Kahana rejected criticism of his party's right-wing and religious composition as prejudiced.
- Kahana highlighted Eisenkot's opposition to a Palestinian state and support for settlements.
Matan Kahana, a member of the "Yashr" party led by Gadi Eisenkot, has rejected reports suggesting he might defect to the Likud party after the upcoming elections. Instead, Kahana claimed that members of the Likud are the ones initiating contact with his party chairman. In an interview with Channel 7, Kahana asserted that Gadi Eisenkot is "much more right-wing than Netanyahu" and stated that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu cannot continue to lead the country following the events of October 7th.
Kahana emphasized his loyalty to his party and its direction, stating his determination to advance their goals. He revealed that Eisenkot is in communication with several Likud members, suggesting potential political realignments. Kahana expressed his party's aim to form a "Zionist majority" in the Knesset with over 61 seats.
Addressing criticism regarding the right-wing and religious Zionist composition of the "Yashr" party list, Kahana dismissed it as "racist, anti-religious" prejudice. He affirmed that "Yashr" is a home for religious Zionism and anticipates being the party with the largest religious representation in the next Knesset.
Kahana strongly refuted the notion that Eisenkot is a leftist, contrasting his stance with Netanyahu's past actions and statements. He cited Eisenkot's opposition to a Palestinian state and support for settlements, while listing Netanyahu's alleged concessions, such as supporting a two-state solution, relinquishing territory, and meeting with Yasser Arafat. "Eisenkot did not say two states, did not say a Palestinian state, did not give up 13 percent of the State of Israel's territory, did not give up Hebron. He also did not meet Arafat and say 'I met a friend,' with kisses and hugs," Kahana stated.
Regarding the possibility of a broad unity government, Kahana stated that while his party is open to partners who agree with its principles, Netanyahu is a non-starter. He holds Netanyahu fully responsible for the October 7th massacre, stating, "Netanyahu must go home. He cannot be in the leadership of the State of Israel after he is responsible for this massacre." Kahana argued that Netanyahu's 17 years in power make him accountable for leading the country into the disaster.
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