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Gadi Eizenkot Seeks Direct Dialogue with Ultra-Orthodox Voters in Exclusive Interview
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First reported by Kikar HaShabbat · Jul 8, 2026
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Former IDF Chief Gadi Eizenkot used an exclusive interview to reach out to ultra-Orthodox voters, promoting a moderate conscription policy and openness to cooperation with Shas amid political uncertainty.
- 01Gadi Eizenkot targets ultra-Orthodox and Shas voters with a direct, respectful message.
- 02He proposes limited military exemptions, allowing 3% full exemption, opposing zero exemptions.
- 03Eizenkot criticizes Aryeh Deri on hostage handling, conscription, and Iran attack issues.
- 04He rejects all-or-nothing conscription laws and voting rights denial for non-servicemen.
- 05Eizenkot sees Shas as integrated and does not dismiss them if they accept conscription compromises.
- 06Ultra-Orthodox leaders consider cooperating with Eizenkot if Netanyahu fails to form a government.
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