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Former Minister Matan Kahana Praises Gadi Eizenkot as Israel’s Next Prime Minister, Criticizes Netanyahu

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Former Minister Matan Kahana Praises Gadi Eizenkot as Israel’s Next Prime Minister, Criticizes Netanyahu
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What happened

Former Minister Matan Kahana praised Gadi Eizenkot as Israel’s next prime minister and criticized Netanyahu for past concessions. He defended Eizenkot against right-wing attacks, emphasized education reform, and affirmed his enduring friendship with Naftali Bennett. Kahana positioned Eizenkot politically to the right of Netanyahu and reassured settlers about his support for legal outposts in Judea and Samaria.

  • 01Matan Kahana says Gadi Eizenkot should be Israel’s next prime minister and calls him a cure for the country.
  • 02Kahana criticizes Netanyahu for handing over Hebron and seeking to reduce the military.
  • 03He defends Eizenkot against right-wing attacks and clarifies a controversial phrase was taken out of context.
  • 04Kahana says Eizenkot is politically to the right of Netanyahu and supports legal settlements in Judea and Samaria.
  • 05Kahana leads his party’s education reform efforts, focusing on empowering principals and teachers.
  • 06He maintains a close friendship with Naftali Bennett despite political differences.

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Full coverage · 2 outlets

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WallaCenter · HebrewJun 30, 2026
Former Minister Matan Kahana Praises Gadi Eizenkot as Israel’s Next Prime Minister, Criticizes Netanyahu
SrugimRight · HebrewJun 29, 2026
MK Elazar Stern Backs Gadi Eizenkot for Israeli Prime Minister