Eisenkot Slams Netanyahu's Fear-Mongering Election Campaign
Translated & summarized from Srugim by baba
Yamina party chairman Gadi Eisenkot criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's election campaign tactics, calling the upcoming vote "fateful" for Israel's future. Eisenkot accused Netanyahu of using fear and lies, including images of atomic bombs, to sway voters. He also commented on U.S. President Donald Trump's support for Netanyahu, stating Trump is a friend of Israel who will work with any elected leader.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Gadi Eisenkot called the upcoming elections "fateful" for Israel's future, identity, and security.
- Eisenkot accused Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of using fear-mongering and lies in his campaign.
- Eisenkot cited campaign materials featuring "images of atomic bombs in the heart of Tel Aviv."
- Eisenkot acknowledged Donald Trump as a "true friend of Israel."
- Eisenkot expressed confidence that Trump would cooperate with any elected Israeli leader.
Gadi Eisenkot, chairman of the Yamina party and former IDF Chief of Staff, sharply criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's election campaign on Monday, a day before the upcoming elections. Eisenkot stated that the elections, scheduled for Tuesday, are "destined to be the most fateful in the country's history regarding its future, identity, and security." He accused Netanyahu of attempting to influence voters through fear-based messaging, citing campaign tactics that included "images of atomic bombs in the heart of Tel Aviv." Eisenkot asserted that this fear-mongering strategy "will not work for him this time."
Eisenkot also addressed the repeated support for Netanyahu from U.S. President Donald Trump. "Donald Trump is a true friend of Israel. I appreciate his work and commitment to Israel's security, and I am convinced he will work in full cooperation with any leader chosen by the people," Eisenkot said. He concluded by expressing his faith in the Israeli public, urging them to vote according to their conscience for the future of the state.
