Political earthquake: Israeli right-wing figures Arden and Adelstein to launch new party

Gilad Arden and Yuli Adelstein are set to announce the formation of a new political party tomorrow, in a significant shake-up of Israel’s right-wing political landscape. Arden will head the party as its lead candidate, with Adelstein in the number two position. The pair are expected to reveal additional party members at the announcement event. The new party formation comes as talks with potential allies Benny Gantz and Ayelet Shaked have stalled, leaving uncertainty about the broader political realignment on the Israeli right. The move represents a major split within the coalition politics, as both figures have previously held senior government positions and wielded considerable influence in Israeli political circles. The timing of the announcement suggests an attempt to establish an alternative political vehicle before upcoming parliamentary negotiations or elections. Observers believe the new party could attract defectors from existing right-wing factions, though the prospects for meaningful partnerships with other prominent political figures currently appear limited.

Source: Maariv — Original article in Hebrew.