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Gantz, Bennett, Lieberman Vie for Opposition Leadership in Israeli Election
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By עופר חדד
First reported by Makan · 3 hours ago
What happened
A new poll shows Gadi Eisenkot as the preferred opposition leader for prime minister in Israel, though internal competition among him, Naftali Bennett, and Avigdor Lieberman may be hurting their chances against Benjamin Netanyahu. Most opposition voters prioritize mandate numbers over experience in choosing a leader.
- 01Eisenkot leads opposition prime ministerial preference poll.
- 02Internal competition may harm opposition's election chances.
- 03Most voters prioritize mandates over experience.
- 04Netanyahu supporters are largely undecided on opposition leader.
- 05Opposition faces challenge uniting to unseat Netanyahu.
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