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This grieving father and ex-general could test the grip of Israel's longest serving prime minister
By Sam Metz And Julia Frankel, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 30, 2026
· 5 min read
A leading Israeli general who quit Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's war Cabinet after accusing him of lacking a strategy in Gaza has emerged as one of the premier’s most serious challengers in elections scheduled for the fall.His name is Gadi Eisenkot. On Tuesday in Israel, his centrist politi...
Key takeaway On Tuesday in Israel, his centrist political party “Yashar!
Why this matters in The San Antonio
In San Antonio , a city with a significant military presence, the story of Gadi Eisenkot, a former Israeli general turned politician, may resonate with locals who have experienced the sacrifices of war. As a grieving father who lost his son in combat, Eisenkot's personal story may strike a chord with San Antonio families who have also lost loved ones in military service. His candidacy in Israel's upcoming elections serves as a reminder that the consequences of war are felt deeply by individuals and families, regardless of nationality. San Antonio's own experience with military families and veterans may inform a nuanced understanding of Eisenkot's appeal to Israeli voters, who are seeking a leader who can unify the country and make difficult decisions about its future. The city's residents may watch Eisenkot's campaign with interest, seeing parallels between his story and those of local military families who have made similar sacrifices.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? A leading Israeli general who quit Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's war Cabinet after accusing him of lacking a strategy in Gaza has emerged as one of the premier’s most serious challengers in elections scheduled for the fall.His name is Gadi Eisenkot. On Tuesday in Israel, his centrist politi...
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