- Israel's political figures face diplomatic fallout, internal criticism, and a blockade preventing Hamas from obtaining supplies.
- Netanyahu praised security forces while Ben-Gvir oversaw operations in the West Bank following the Oct 7 Hamas attacks.
- Eisenkot warns of approaching chaos in the West Bank as Ben-Gvir expands policing and Smotrich transfers powers.
Gadi Eisenkot challenges Benjamin Netanyahu in upcoming elections amid political tensions in the West Bank.
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Gadi Eisenkot challenges Benjamin Netanyahu in upcoming elections amid political tensions in the West Bank.
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What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Eisenkot's strategic outlook impacts the economic viability of the West Bank.1 source
- Political parties are neck-and-neck in polls, and former allies have begun running separate parties.Sub-event
Netanyahu faces risk of losing power to Eisenkot.1 source
- President Herzog calls out the government for stains on Israel, while Eisenkot blames Netanyahu for leadership failures regarding West Bank issues.Sub-event
Eisenkot publicly challenges Netanyahu in the upcoming elections.1 source
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The entities involved
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Benjamin Netanyahu
Prime Minister of Israel (born 1949), (1996–1999; 2009–2021; 2022–present)
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Gadi Eisenkot
Israeli military officer
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West Bank
Palestinian territory on the western bank of the Jordan River, occupied by Israel
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