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Former Government Coordinator Kamil Abu Rokan Joins Ex-IDF Chief Gadi Eizenkot’s Yisra Party

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First reported by Walla · Jul 22, 2026

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Retired Major General Kamil Abu Rokan, a prominent Druze security figure, has joined former IDF Chief Gadi Eizenkot’s Yisra party, strengthening the Israeli-Druze alliance. Abu Rokan’s extensive military and government career and his commitment to Israeli unity and security come as Yisra gains traction in polls, tying with Likud at 21 seats.

01Kamil Abu Rokan, former government coordinator in the territories, joins Gadi Eizenkot’s Yisra party.
02Abu Rokan served 40 years in security roles, including deputy coordinator during the Second Intifada.
03Eizenkot praised Abu Rokan as a model of Israeli-Druze partnership and strong values.
04Abu Rokan trusts Eizenkot to restore unity and address Druze community challenges.
05Yisra is gaining strength in polls, recently tying with Likud at 21 seats.
06Abu Rokan joins other prominent figures who recently joined Yisra’s leadership.

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