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Bennett's path back to power may hinge on beating, or outmaneuvering, Eisenkot
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50% centerFirst reported by Srugim · Jun 18, 2026
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The article says Netanyahu is politically weakened by the Iran war and by tensions with his ultra-Orthodox allies. Meanwhile, Naftali Bennett and Gadi Eisenkot are competing to lead the anti-Netanyahu bloc, with Bennett reluctant to guarantee Eisenkot the premiership even if Eisenkot wins more seats.
- 01Netanyahu is under pressure after the Iran war and fresh concessions to the ultra-Orthodox.
- 02Bennett and Eisenkot are battling over who would lead the anti-Netanyahu bloc.
- 03Bennett avoided pledging to hand Eisenkot the premiership if he wins more seats.
- 04Netanyahu is trying to preserve his coalition while passing laws favorable to Haredi parties.
- 05The article says Bennett remains a skilled negotiator despite trailing in some polls.
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