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Gilad Erdan Breaks With Likud, Criticizes Party's Direction and Calls for Broad Zionist Government

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First reported by Mako · 14 hours ago

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Gilad Erdan left Likud after 30 years, criticizing its leadership and rejecting a high-ranking list spot. He plans to form a new party advocating broad Zionist unity and universal military service, opposing narrow governments ahead of the 2026 elections.

01Gilad Erdan leaves Likud after 30 years, citing party's failure to represent majority expectations.
02He declined a senior reserved spot offered by a top Netanyahu ally to pursue independent leadership.
03Erdan rejects claims he is Netanyahu's proxy, affirming his long-standing right-wing views.
04He opposes narrow governments, calling for broad Zionist unity and political generosity.
05Erdan demands universal IDF service for all sectors, including Haredim and Arabs, with incentives and penalties.
06He plans to announce his new party's name soon, signaling shifts before the 2026 elections.

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