Gadi Eizenkot
Gadi Eizenkot is a former Chief of Staff of the Israel Defense Forces (2015-2019) and later an Israeli politician and cabinet minister.
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Aug 18, 2026
Center
Faces skepticism from northern leaders about his rehabilitation plan, with the head of the Mateh Asher council calling it an election promise.
Yesh Atid supports his security background but insists the plan needs real authority and budgets, not just campaign rhetoric, to rebuild the north.
Jul 18, 2026
Far Left
As a former chief of staff, he speaks out against the government's war strategy and lack of planning.
Respected but seen as part of the security establishment that enabled the current crisis through past policies.
Jul 10, 2026
Center
Said his mother voted for Shas for 30 years and opened the door to a potential coalition with Haredi parties.
Praise for trying to bridge divides but concern that his centrist party might legitimize Haredi demands that Yesh Atid opposes.
Jun 30, 2026
Center
Gave an interview criticizing Netanyahu for calling for unity while dividing the public, and warned against withdrawing IDF from South Lebanon.
Yesh Atid sees Eizenkot as a credible security voice who exposes the government's hypocrisy on unity and security.