Bennett, Eisenkot: Katz's declaration is 'government against its soldiers,' 'unprecedented low'

Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett and former IDF Chief of Staff Gadi Eisenkot sharply criticized Defense Minister Israel Katz's declaration, with Bennett saying the government is working against its own soldiers and Eisenkot calling the move an unprecedented low, according to ynet.

The reactions came in response to a declaration by Defense Minister Israel Katz, the specifics of which were not detailed in the initial ynet report. Both Bennett and Eisenkot, leading opposition figures, have been persistent critics of the coalition's policies on security and governance. The exchange underscores the deepening political divide between the opposition and the government.

4 developments

1. 24 minutes ago · 01:48 · 3 AugLatest

   Bennett and Eisenkot issue joint condemnations of Katz's recent dismissal decision.

2. 00:22 · 3 Aug

   Eisenkot issues further sharp criticism against Defense Minister Israel Katz.

3. 00:20 · 3 Aug

   Bennett joins Eisenkot in criticizing Katz, calling the government anti-soldier.

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