Eisenkot Reports Progress in Coalition Talks, Criticizes "Racist De-legitimization"

Gadi Eisenkot, head of the Yachad Party, announced on Friday that he is making progress in discussions with potential coalition partners and is exhausting all available options to form a government. He stated that Arab citizens are facing a "racist campaign of de-legitimization" orchestrated by the outgoing Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu.

Eisenkot revealed in a post on "X" that he met with Netanyahu and his military secretary the previous day, though he did not disclose the content of their conversation. He emphasized the need for careful oversight of the government during the current sensitive transitional phase, stating he would not permit any shortcomings in this regard. Eisenkot stressed that Israel's security is paramount and should not be exploited for political gain, a sentiment he expects from all those in power.

Regarding efforts to form an emergency government, Eisenkot reiterated his commitment to his mandate from the President to form a government. He has appealed to all Knesset factions and members who agree with his four guiding principles to enter negotiations for an emergency government under his leadership. He described this as a serious and unambiguous endeavor.

Eisenkot affirmed his determination to do his utmost to speak with every elected official who accepts his four principles, aiming to establish a stable government as quickly as possible. He believes this approach, focused on building partnership, broadening horizons, and fostering constructive cooperation based on principles that solely consider Israeli interests, is the correct path forward. He expressed satisfaction with the progress in dialogue with partners and his sincere efforts to form a good, stable, and productive government under his leadership, seeing no alternative.