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Mordechai David Fails to Move Gadi Eizenkot in Viral Video Exchange
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First reported by Ynet · Aug 7, 2026
What happened
Mordechai David's attempt to engage Gadi Eizenkot in a video ended with Eizenkot telling him to serve in the army first. David recently faced a restraining order for threatening behavior and has been involved in other confrontations ahead of the 2026 elections.
- 01Mordechai David tried to film a video with Yisrael party leader Gadi Eizenkot.
- 02Eizenkot told David to serve in the army before engaging with him.
- 03David was issued a restraining order last month for threatening Hadass Klein.
- 04David was also seen blocking former Supreme Court President Aharon Barak's car.
- 05These incidents are occurring ahead of the 2026 elections, attracting public attention.
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