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Gadi Eizenkot Reveals Netanyahu's Unusual Request Regarding His Son During IDF Tenure

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First reported by N12 · 1 hour ago

What happened

Former IDF Chief of Staff Gadi Eizenkot revealed that Prime Minister Netanyahu once requested special bunker protection for his son during military service. Eizenkot criticized Netanyahu's leadership and security policies, expressed concerns about Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar's conduct, and outlined his plans to form a broad Zionist government despite political challenges.

  • 01Eizenkot revealed Netanyahu requested a special bunker area for his son during his IDF tenure.
  • 02He stated Netanyahu lost public trust and is unfit to be prime minister.
  • 03Eizenkot criticized the recent Knesset vote exempting ultra-Orthodox soldiers from arrest.
  • 04He expressed serious concerns about Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar's conduct and family security demands.
  • 05Eizenkot aims to form a broad Zionist government with 63-64 seats despite coalition challenges.
  • 06He rejected courting ultra-Orthodox parties and emphasized universal military or national service.

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N12Center · Hebrew1 hour ago
Gadi Eizenkot Reveals Netanyahu's Unusual Request Regarding His Son During IDF Tenure
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Gadi Eizenkot Reveals Netanyahu's Unusual Request Regarding His Son During IDF Tenure

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