Dedi Simchi weighs leaving Gantz, Likud ready with phone call

A report on Kan 11 news says Dedi Simchi is considering leaving Benny Gantz, and Likud is examining the possibility of reserving a spot for him. Simchi previously revealed he received offers from Likud, including a reserved slot and attractive positions, but joined Gantz to force unity. He did not rule out a future slot in Likud.

A report on Kan 11 news, published in Maariv, says that Dedi Simchi is considering leaving Benny Gantz, while Likud is examining the possibility of reserving a spot for him. Simchi previously revealed in an interview with Maariv that he had already received offers from Likud, including a reserved slot and attractive positions, but chose to join Gantz to force unity. However, he did not close the door on the possibility of a slot in Likud, and avoided ruling out an executive role in the next government. Simchi clarified that the connection with Gantz does not mean they see eye to eye on all issues, and pointed to a disagreement regarding the nature of the commission of inquiry into the events of October 7: Gantz supports a state commission, while Simchi prefers a special commission with broader powers. The new report raises again the possibility that the partnership between the two will not reach the ballot box, and that Simchi may choose a different path if he receives a suitable offer from Likud.