Netanyahu's Political Price for Ultra-Orthodox Alliance Highlighted
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A Wall Street Journal analysis posits that Gadi Eisenkot's challenge to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu may result in a political stalemate, potentially keeping Netanyahu in power for months. The election's focus is on national survival and security, with the ultra-Orthodox draft issue fueling opposition. Netanyahu warns of Western pressure for concessions, while the opposition fears diplomatic disaster under his continued leadership.
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- Gadi Eisenkot challenges Benjamin Netanyahu, but a coalition path remains blocked, potentially prolonging Netanyahu's premiership.
- The ultra-Orthodox draft issue has become a central opposition driver, costing Netanyahu politically.
- Netanyahu argues only he can defeat Iran, warning of Western pressure for concessions.
- The opposition claims Netanyahu's continued leadership will lead to a loss of Western support.
- Election outcomes may depend on small parties, with voters prioritizing survival over economy.
A Wall Street Journal analysis suggests that former IDF Chief of Staff Gadi Eisenkot is the latest to challenge Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, despite Eisenkot's party leading in polls. However, Eisenkot's path to forming a coalition appears blocked, potentially leaving Netanyahu in power for months until new elections. This critical period coincides with heightened tensions regarding Iran and the US midterm elections, with President Donald Trump's recent endorsement of Netanyahu underscoring their shared focus on Iran.
The Israeli electorate has reportedly formed opinions on key issues, including Netanyahu's responsibility for the October 7th failures and credit for military achievements against Hezbollah and the nuclear program. The issue of drafting ultra-Orthodox men into the military has become a central opposition platform, with Netanyahu paying a significant political price for his alliance with ultra-Orthodox parties.
Eisenkot is portrayed as an authentic figure appealing to many Israelis, stemming from a Moroccan immigrant background, raised in the periphery, a bereaved father and uncle, and not attempting to outshine Netanyahu in charisma. He officially refuses to sit with Netanyahu or parties not recognizing the state, opposes a Palestinian state, but promises to evacuate illegal outposts, while also hinting at political flexibility to form a government.
The diplomatic and security landscape is described as intensely sharp. Netanyahu argues only he, alongside Trump, can defeat Iran, recalling Eisenkot's early suggestion to end fighting prematurely. Netanyahu warns against Western pressure for concessions that could lead to a "terror state," while the opposition contends that Netanyahu's continued leadership with his right-wing partners will result in a complete loss of Western support and a diplomatic disaster.
Ultimately, the election outcome may hinge on two small parties hovering around the electoral threshold. The Wall Street Journal editors note that despite the IMF's optimistic 4.5% growth forecast for Israel in 2026, voters will likely prioritize national survival over economic concerns in the challenging regional environment.
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