Eisenkot: Only Israelis Will Decide Who Becomes Prime Minister
Translated & summarized from Mignews by baba
Opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot asserted that only Israeli citizens will choose their prime minister, rejecting U.S. President Donald Trump's endorsement of Benjamin Netanyahu. Eisenkot made the comments at Tel Aviv University and admitted to asking the U.S. not to interfere in Israeli elections. He also discussed potential conflict with Iran and called for an investigation into the October 7th Hamas attack, blaming Netanyahu for failing to prevent it.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- Opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot stated only Israelis will choose their prime minister, not U.S. President Donald Trump.
- Eisenkot commented on Trump's endorsement of incumbent Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
- Eisenkot admitted to asking the U.S. not to interfere in Israeli internal elections.
- He sees no immediate need for action regarding Iran before the elections.
- Eisenkot called for a state commission to investigate the October 7 Hamas attack.
- He accused Netanyahu of failing to prevent the Hamas attack.
Opposition party leader Gadi Eisenkot stated that Israeli citizens, not U.S. President Donald Trump, will determine the country's next prime minister. Eisenkot made these remarks at Tel Aviv University while commenting on Trump's public endorsement of incumbent Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Eisenkot emphasized that while he respects the U.S. president, Israel is a democracy and its citizens alone will choose their leader. He admitted to having previously asked the American side not to interfere in Israel's internal elections but declined to provide further details. Regarding potential renewed conflict with Iran, Eisenkot indicated that with nine days until elections, he sees no circumstances necessitating immediate action. However, he expressed confidence in the recommendations of IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir in the event of a direct threat. Eisenkot also advocated for a state commission to investigate the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack and expressed his intention to form a stable Zionist government. He accused Netanyahu of failing to take necessary measures to prevent the attack. Eisenkot has previously criticized Netanyahu's security doctrine, stating that the war's objectives have not been met.
Mentioned
