Retired General Shemhi Reveals Gantz Coalition Plan: ‘He’ll Be First, I’ll Be Second’

Retired Brigadier General Dadi Shemhi has disclosed details of advanced negotiations with Blue and White party leader Benny Gantz regarding the formation of a new political party, speaking on Monday to Israeli radio station 103FM. Shemhi, who heads the reservists’ movement, expressed hope that Yoaz Hendel, chairman of the reservists’ faction, would join the partnership. The announcement marks a significant development in efforts to build a centrist political alliance ahead of potential elections. Shemhi outlined the proposed structure of the emerging partnership, suggesting that Gantz would lead the list with himself positioned second. The move signals an attempt to consolidate centre-right political forces in Israel, building on the existing Blue and White party’s electoral platform whilst incorporating reservist and military veteran interests into a broader coalition framework.

Source: Walla News — Original article in Hebrew.