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Transportation Minister Miri Regev Says Gadi Eizenkot Unfit to Be Prime Minister

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First reported by Walla · Jul 21, 2026

What happened

Israeli Transportation Minister Miri Regev criticized Gadi Eizenkot as unfit for prime minister, dismissed his political prospects, and addressed issues including ultra-Orthodox conscription, aviation readiness, and Iran's threat. She reaffirmed Netanyahu's stance against a Palestinian state and outlined government plans post-elections.

01Miri Regev says Gadi Eizenkot lacks skills to be prime minister and criticizes his public statements.
02She dismisses polls favoring Eizenkot and doubts his ability to form a government without extremist support.
03Regev denies Netanyahu ever supported a Palestinian state and highlights right-wing settlement policies.
04She calls the Basic Law on Torah Study a value law and blames the conscription crisis on lack of legislation.
05Flights will continue through summer unless conflict escalates; airspace remains open with added fuel tankers.
06Israel is prepared for any Iranian escalation and opposes a nuclear Iran or missile threats.

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