Benny Gantz Withdraws from Upcoming Election
Translated & summarized from Kikar HaShabbat by baba
Benny Gantz, chairman of the National Unity Party, announced Monday he is withdrawing from the upcoming elections, citing polls that indicated his party would not pass the electoral threshold. He stated he would continue to "fight for unity" and focus on forming a unity government. Gantz informed his faction members before the public announcement and is not expected to endorse another candidate. Other political figures, including Gadi Eisenkot, Yair Golan, and Yoaz Hendel, commented on his decision, with some calling it responsible and urging voters to unite.
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- Benny Gantz announced he is withdrawing from the upcoming elections.
- Gantz cited polls suggesting his party would not pass the electoral threshold.
- He stated he would continue to "fight for unity" and form a unity government.
- Gantz informed his faction members before his public announcement.
- He is not expected to publicly endorse another candidate.
- Political figures commented on Gantz's decision, calling it responsible.
Benny Gantz, chairman of the National Unity Party, announced Monday that he will not run in the upcoming elections. The decision comes amid polls suggesting his party would not pass the electoral threshold. Gantz stated he would continue to "fight for unity," which he believes is the "only solution to prevent further disaster and protect Israel from all challenges, both internal and external."
He was scheduled to hold a press conference later Monday to elaborate on his decision. A statement from his office indicated he would focus his efforts on forming a "unity government" for the benefit of Israel. Prior to his public announcement, Gantz informed his faction members of his dramatic choice, according to journalist Michael Shemesh.
Shemesh also reported that Gantz is not expected to publicly endorse another candidate. Sources close to Gantz claim his decision was not influenced by other bloc leaders and that he had initially planned to run until the end. They maintain he is acting responsibly, as he promised.
Gadi Eisenkot, chairman of the National Unity Party, thanked Gantz for his "correct and responsible decision" and his "long-standing contribution to Israel's security," expressing confidence that he will continue to contribute to Israeli society. Yair Golan, chairman of the Democrats, called Gantz's decision "responsible and correct" and emphasized the need for "shared responsibility" to ensure the victory of the "change bloc" and a "Jewish, democratic, liberal, strong, and secure Israel."
Yoaz Hendel, chairman of the Reservists and Economists Party, thanked Gantz for his service and stated that his action was "proper and necessary for the country." Hendel urged voters from the "third bloc" to join his party, asserting that the "only way to establish a Zionist government is to vote for the Reservists and Economists."
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