Eliyahu Livman Enters Politics to Defend Jewish Identity After Son's Murder

Eliyahu Livman, whose son Elikim was killed in the October 7 terror attack, has decided to enter Israeli politics to transform his personal tragedy into public service. In an interview on the podcast "24 Minutes" hosted by Ariel Idan, Livman explained that Israel faces a critical battle over its Jewish identity and education system, which he sees as the country's central challenge beyond security, economy, and legal issues.

Livman is running for the Knesset with the Noam LeIsrael party, which aims to unite ultra-Orthodox, religious Zionist, and traditional communities. He emphasized the need for a right-wing party that firmly and uncompromisingly champions faith-based values while bridging these diverse sectors. Livman expressed his commitment to building a strong political home for those who deeply care about preserving Israel's Jewish character.

Addressing past political challenges faced by Noam LeIsrael, Livman outlined plans to strengthen the party's influence in the upcoming 2026 elections. He framed his political mission as a national responsibility to lead a fundamental societal change in Israel, focusing on education and identity preservation amid complex times.