Minister David Amsalem said on Radio 103FM that he would be happy to see former IDF chief Gadi Eisenkot join the Likud party, adding that Eisenkot's profile is a natural fit. The comments expand on his earlier remarks reported Wednesday morning.
Minister David Amsalem (Likud) said on Radio 103FM Wednesday morning that he would be happy if former IDF chief Gadi Eisenkot joined the Likud party, adding that Eisenkot's profile is a 'natural fit.' The remark, given in a live interview, expands on his earlier comments reported by Israeli media. As The Zioneer reported earlier today, Amsalem had already expressed openness to Eisenkot joining Likud. The direct quote confirms the minister's stance. Eisenkot, who chairs the Yashar party, has been positioning himself as a centrist security-focused candidate for prime minister, drawing support from across the political spectrum. Amsalem's invitation reflects ongoing coalition maneuvering within the right-wing bloc.
3 developments
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