Israeli War Cabinet Minister Benny Gantz has dealt a blow to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu by announcing his resignation from his government, citing the absence of a post-war plan for Gaza, among other reasons. Israeli War Cabinet member Benny Gantz has called for new elections.
Prime Minister Netanyahu still controls the majority coalition in parliament, so Benny Gantz’s resignation announcement does not pose an immediate threat to him.
In a televised address, Gantz said, “Netanyahu in Gaza prevents us from moving toward real victory.” So today we are deciding to leave the emergency government with a heavy heart.
Netanyahu issued a statement in response, saying that Israel is fighting a battle for survival on many fronts. Benny Gantz This is not the time to run away from the fight.
In a televised press conference, Gantz accused Netanyahu of always prioritizing his own political survival, Xinhua news agency reported, not moving forward on a ceasefire agreement that has led to the death of nearly 100 people in Gaza. The hostages are not being released.
Israel’s War Cabinet Minister Benny Gantz accused Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of stopping us from moving toward victory. He is hesitant to take a decision due to political considerations.
Gantz has called for elections this coming winter amid growing public opposition to Netanyahu’s government. He urged Netanyahu to set a date for the election. He also said that efforts should be made to prevent our people from being isolated.
Only conservative ministers remain in government after Benny Gantz’s decision to withdraw support from Netanyahu’s right-wing coalition government, which again supports the occupation of the Gaza Strip. This conservative minister advocates the expansion of Israeli settlements in the Gaza Strip.
Before resigning, Gantz issued a final warning to the right-wing prime minister in May, demanding that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu develop a clear strategy for Gaza and be ready to agree to a ceasefire agreement.