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Shikli Says Eisenkot Has a ‘Sociological Advantage,’ Refuses to Explain

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First reported by Kan News · Jun 17, 2026

What happened

Amichai Chikli of Likud said on Kan 11 that Gadi Eisenkot has a “sociological advantage” but would not explain the remark. Eisenkot’s party, Yesh, accused Chikli of divisiveness and vowed to replace him and his allies.

  • 01Chikli said Eisenkot has a “sociological advantage” on Kan 11.
  • 02He refused to explain, telling viewers to “understand for yourself.”
  • 03He linked his remark to support from Meretz figure Uri Zaki.
  • 04Yesh accused Chikli of divisiveness and insulting Israelis.
  • 05The party said it will soon replace Chikli and his allies.

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Gadi EisenkotAmichai Chikli
OrganizationsLikud, Kan 11, Yesh, Meretz
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Behadrei HaredimRight · HebrewJun 17, 2026
Shikli Says Eisenkot Has a ‘Sociological Advantage,’ Refuses to Explain
Kan NewsCenter · HebrewJun 17, 2026
Shikli Says Eizenkot Has a “Sociological Advantage,” Refuses to Explain

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