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Ex-IDF Chief Eisenkot Reveals Offer to Replace Netanyahu as Prime Minister
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First reported by N12 · 2 hours ago
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Former IDF Chief Gadi Eisenkot revealed he was offered to replace Netanyahu as Prime Minister shortly after the recent war began. He criticized Netanyahu's leadership, blamed political constraints for security failures, and warned about Hezbollah threats. Eisenkot's new party is competing closely with Likud in upcoming elections.
- 01Eisenkot was offered to lead a new government shortly after the war began but declined.
- 02He called Netanyahu's government the worst since Israel's founding and urged its replacement.
- 03Eisenkot accused Netanyahu of political constraints by Ben-Gvir and Smotrich hindering progress.
- 04He revealed a large offensive plan against Hezbollah was shelved by Netanyahu.
- 05Eisenkot warned any ceasefire must include strict security and Hezbollah disarmament.
- 06His party Yashar! polls close behind Likud, with potential to gain more seats if united.
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