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Former IDF Chief Gadi Eizenkot Condemns Government Over Military Draft Law and Security Failures

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First reported by Now 14 · 2 hours ago

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Former IDF Chief Gadi Eizenkot criticized the Israeli government for failing to strengthen the military draft law and security after the October 7 attacks, accusing Prime Minister Netanyahu of failure. Speaking in Dimona on July 1, 2026, Eizenkot called for a state inquiry and stronger policies for the Negev, warning that upcoming elections will focus on Israel's future identity.

01Gadi Eizenkot condemns government for failing on October 7 and undermining military draft law.
02He accuses Prime Minister Netanyahu of moral failure related to security breaches.
03Eizenkot calls for a state commission of inquiry and stronger Negev development laws.
04He criticizes government efforts to weaken the military draft and media.
05Eizenkot says upcoming elections will decide Israel's national identity.
06He demands national service from the Arab public and stresses personal security in the Negev and north.

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