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Gadi Eizenkot Criticizes Netanyahu Over Controversial Draft Law and Reveals Unusual Security Request

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First reported by N12 · Jul 15, 2026

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Former IDF Chief of Staff Gadi Eizenkot criticized Prime Minister Netanyahu for politicizing the military draft law and revealed a personal security request Netanyahu made concerning his son during his tenure. Eizenkot proposed a universal conscription law and denied political dealings with Haredi parties, while also condemning Netanyahu's campaign reliance on Arab parties.

01Eizenkot accuses Netanyahu of prioritizing politics over security in passing the draft law.
02He proposes universal conscription including Haredi and Arab populations, abolishing exemptions.
03Eizenkot denies political negotiations with Haredi parties, accusing them of manipulating Netanyahu.
04He criticizes Netanyahu's campaign reliance on Arab parties and past territorial concessions.
05Eizenkot reveals Netanyahu requested a special security measure for his son, which he opposed.
06He calls Netanyahu's leadership unfit due to irresponsible security decisions before elections.

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