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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 · Jul 6, 2026
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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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