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Amsalem's Interview Sparks Debate Over Gadi Eizenkot's Potential Impact on Likud

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First reported by Srugim · 5 days ago

What happened

Likud's Dudi Amsalem sparked debate by suggesting Gadi Eizenkot could join Likud if he adopts its views, amid concerns Eizenkot might draw votes away. Polls show Eizenkot leading opposition candidates and even Netanyahu in some matchups, raising fears within Likud of losing mandates. Amsalem reaffirmed support for Netanyahu despite initial party unease.

01Dudi Amsalem said Gadi Eizenkot could fit in Likud if he changes his political stance.
02Eizenkot leads opposition candidates with 13% but 63% of coalition voters reject all opposition leaders.
03Eizenkot leads Netanyahu by 10 points in general suitability for prime minister.
04Likud fears Eizenkot might draw 1-5+ mandates from its voter base.
05Amsalem reaffirmed full support for Netanyahu as the only suitable prime minister.
06Poll shows 52.2% believe Amsalem's interview harmed Likud's campaign.

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