Former Adviser Warns Netanyahu of Negative Sign as Opposition Gains in Polls Ahead of 2026 Elections

Aviv Bushinsky, former communications adviser to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, analyzed Netanyahu's campaign against Gadi Eizenkot in an interview with Nissim Mishal and Anat Davidov on 103FM. Bushinsky highlighted the recent rise of the "Yesh" party chairman in the polls as a very negative indicator for Netanyahu's prospects in the upcoming 2026 elections.

Bushinsky explained that if Eizenkot makes an unforced error or says something unnecessary, it could lead to a significant drop in his support, mirroring the size of his current rise. He noted a common voter tendency to support the perceived frontrunner, comparing it to how many people back the winning team, Maccabi Tel Aviv, to feel aligned with the likely winner.

The discussion also touched on Netanyahu's personal life, including why he and his wife Sarah chose not to name their sons after the late Yonatan Netanyahu. The interview underscored the evolving dynamics of the election campaign and the challenges Netanyahu faces as his main opponent gains momentum.

The 2026 elections are shaping up to be highly competitive, with Netanyahu's campaign closely monitored amid shifting public support and strategic moves by opposition figures like Eizenkot.