The world is not indifferent to Eisenkot's meteoric rise: "The public is thirsty for calm"

A Politico article analyzes Gadi Eisenkot's meteoric rise as the main political threat to Benjamin Netanyahu ahead of the October 27 elections. The piece paints a picture of a country worn down by war, international isolation, and a struggle for public trust, with Eisenkot seen as a man of integrity facing Netanyahu, who is dealing with a corruption trial.

A comprehensive Politico article analyzes Gadi Eisenkot's meteoric rise as the most significant political threat to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ahead of the October 27 elections. The piece presents a picture of a country worn down by war, international isolation, and a renewed struggle for public trust. The 'Yashar!' party that Eisenkot founded was born out of deep dissatisfaction with the state's management following the Hamas attack on October 7, 2023, and has already surpassed Likud in polls. Netanyahu is trying to use Eisenkot's record against him, claiming he 'wanted to surrender,' but Eisenkot fires back: 'Netanyahu attacks me, claiming only he can bring security. We saw how that worked on October 7.' The analysis highlights that Eisenkot projects credibility, is seen as a man of absolute integrity, and his personal story as the son of immigrants from Morocco who rose from a Golani soldier to Chief of Staff symbolizes social mobility. The Arab sector is also showing interest in him. The main challenge: overcoming a lack of political experience and proving that his promise of a better future is not just a slogan.