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Former Israeli UN Envoy Gilad Erdan Launches New Party 'Unity' in Bet Shemesh
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First reported by Srugim · Aug 10, 2026
What happened
Gilad Erdan launched his new party "Unity" in Bet Shemesh on August 11, 2026, with Aliza Bloch joining. The party targets right-wing voters dissatisfied with Likud, emphasizing unity and true conscription.
- 01Gilad Erdan launched the new party "Unity" on August 11, 2026, in Bet Shemesh.
- 02The party's slogan is "True Right. True Conscription."
- 03Aliza Bloch joined the party, becoming the first to do so after considering other offers.
- 04Yuli Edelstein will be second on the party list, as announced last week.
- 05Erdan criticized Likud for no longer representing its voters and positioned Unity as their new home.
- 06The party commits to fighting for unity and shared responsibility despite differing views.
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Full coverage · 5 outlets
The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.
WallaCenter · HebrewAug 11, 2026
Former Israeli UN Envoy Gilad Erdan Launches New Party 'Unity' in Bet Shemesh
N12Center · HebrewAug 11, 2026
Gilad Erdan Launches New Party 'Unity' Emphasizing True Right and National Service
MakoCenter · HebrewAug 11, 2026
Gilad Erdan Launches New Party 'Unity' Emphasizing True Right and National Service
SrugimRight · HebrewAug 11, 2026
Gilad Erdan Announces New Party Name as 'Unity Party' at Launch Event
Now 14Right · HebrewAug 11, 2026
Gilad Erdan and Yuli Edelstein Launch New Right-Wing Party 'The Unity'
MakoCenter · HebrewAug 10, 2026
New Member of Gilad Erdan's Party Supports Arab Representation in Broad Israeli Government
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