Gadi Eisenkot Expected to Resign from Israeli National Unity Party

Israeli lawmaker Gadi Eisenkot is expected to leave the National Unity party, led by Benny Gantz, due to significant ideological differences and dissatisfaction with the party's primary selection process, which Eisenkot and his associates view as rigged and limiting real competition. Despite their political split, Gantz and Eisenkot maintain a longstanding personal friendship and mutual respect, with both emphasizing ongoing cooperation for Israel's benefit. Eisenkot has informed Gantz of his intention to resign from the party and potentially from the Knesset, with plans to possibly establish a new political union using a shelf party. National Unity officials acknowledge Eisenkot's decision and the challenges it presents, while Gantz's supporters downplay Eisenkot's influence within the party. The dispute highlights internal tensions within National Unity regarding leadership and ideological direction.