Eisenkot's Allies Predict He Will Be Next Prime Minister
Translated & summarized from Maariv by baba
Matan Kahana, a candidate aligned with Gadi Eisenkot, expressed confidence that Eisenkot will be the next Prime Minister, while criticizing Prime Minister Netanyahu's employment of an individual suspected of treason and leaking sensitive information. Kahana questioned how such a person could remain in the Prime Minister's office, especially after admitting to receiving funds from entities linked to Hamas. He also noted the strengthening of Naftali Bennett's party and affirmed their joint focus on winning the upcoming elections.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Matan Kahana believes Gadi Eisenkot will "definitely" be the next Prime Minister.
- Kahana criticized Netanyahu for employing an individual suspected of treason and leaking secrets.
- Questions were raised about why an individual admitting to receiving funds from Hamas supporters works in the PM's office.
- The "change bloc" is focused on winning the election and securing 61 Zionist mandates.
- Kahana expressed confidence in Naftali Bennett's future significant role in the next government.
Matan Kahana, a candidate running with Gadi Eisenkot, stated that the "change bloc" is focused on winning the upcoming elections, aiming for 61 Zionist mandates. Kahana criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, arguing that an individual accused in criminal cases, particularly a gift-related case, should have resigned. He also raised concerns about an individual in Netanyahu's office suspected of treason and of conducting influence operations concerning Qatar and leaking sensitive information to the German newspaper Bild, potentially harming Israel's peace agreement with Egypt.
During a discussion on 103FM, Kahana questioned how someone suspected of such serious offenses could be allowed to work in the Prime Minister's office. David Zini, the Director General of the Prime Minister's Office, interjected, stating that the Shin Bet would not have permitted such employment if the allegations were true. Zini himself faced scrutiny, with one speaker questioning how an individual who admitted to receiving hundreds of thousands of shekels from entities that funded Hamas and celebrated the October 7th massacre could remain in the Prime Minister's office, especially when appointed by Netanyahu.
Kahana further elaborated on his concerns, suggesting that Netanyahu might be employing the individual because the latter knows damaging information about the Prime Minister. He expressed apprehension that Netanyahu fears the individual might reveal these secrets. Kahana reiterated his demand for answers from Zini regarding the decision to allow someone suspected of collaborating with Qatar to remain in a sensitive government position.
Looking ahead to the elections, Kahana acknowledged that many voters decide in the final days or even at the ballot box, emphasizing the need for intensive campaigning. He expressed confidence that Gadi Eisenkot would undoubtedly become the next Prime Minister. Kahana also commented on the rise of Naftali Bennett's party, calling Bennett a wise, worthy, and dedicated individual. He stated that his role is to win the elections alongside Bennett's party, and he is certain Bennett will play a significant role in the next government.
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