Benny Gantz

Gantz calls for September election amid protests; Netanyahu opposes, fearing Hamas advantage. Political shift could impact Gaza war resolution.

The Knesset can convene during recess under certain circumstances, but as of now Knesset will be heading out in the middle of a war, and without a hostage deal in place.

Gantz stopped short of saying he would leave the government if the prime minister did not accept his demand.

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At a protest, one demonstrator lay in front of a water cannon, preventing it from advancing for thirty minutes. He was arrested and was handed over for questioning.

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Now that he has left the government, Sa’ar said he intends to publicly challenge its policies.

In a recent election poll, Gantz weakens slightly but remains stable, as voters continue to see him as a viable option for prime minister over Netanyahu.

As families worry about the fate of their loved ones, N12 reported that Netanyahu was presented with a framework for a deal but rejected it.

There’s a consensus  - in the government, in the Knesset, and in the country – that the IDF will have to take on Hamas in Rafah. That doesn’t seem likely to change, regardless of who is PM.