Eisenkot Accuses Netanyahu of Inciting Anti-Arab Campaign

Eisenkot's remarks followed a meeting with Netanyahu, where Eisenkot demanded strict oversight of the interim government's actions, particularly regarding security and potential actions against Iran. Eisenkot, whose bloc secured 67 Knesset seats compared to 53 for Netanyahu's coalition, reported progress in coalition-building talks. He stated he is working to form a stable emergency government and will engage with all factions that agree with his core principles.

Eisenkot also condemned a toxic campaign targeting members of his party and their families, including bereaved families. He expressed confidence in MK Elyasaf Peretz, whose mother, Miriam Peretz, reportedly threatened to resign if the party partners with Arab parties. While Eisenkot's bloc includes 19 seats from the Arab-led Ra'am and Joint List parties, his allies have rejected them as coalition partners.