Benny Gantz Vows to Continue Leading Blue and White Despite Polls and Party Departures
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First reported by Walla · 2 hours ago
What happened
Benny Gantz, leader of Blue and White, vows to continue his political campaign despite polls showing his party below the electoral threshold and internal resignations. Rejecting calls to step down or accept other roles, he emphasizes the need for national unity and a broad government. Gantz criticizes reliance on Arab parties post-October 7 and maintains dialogue with former allies, aiming to form a responsible unity government.
- 01Benny Gantz pledges to continue leading Blue and White despite polls below the electoral threshold.
- 02He rejects stepping down or accepting other roles, focusing on national unity and government formation.
- 03Gantz criticizes reliance on Arab parties after October 7 attacks as a mistake.
- 04He maintains communication with former allies Gadi Eizenkot and Hili Tropper.
- 05Gantz denies accusations of enabling Netanyahu, citing past refusals to join him.
- 06Blue and White is renewing membership despite recent party resignations.
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