Ahead of Israeli elections, Eisenkot challenges Netanyahu on security as Iran strikes reportedly wait

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How the sides differ Alternative sources focus on challenger Eisenkot's hawkish credentials and Hamas pledge; right sources focus on Netanyahu and Trump delaying Iran strikes until after the elections.

Israeli elections are approaching, and security policy is central to the coverage. Alternative outlets report that Gadi Eisenkot, a former military chief of staff seeking to unseat Prime Minister Netanyahu, pledged to destroy Hamas's military wing within 18 months of taking office. They note he criticizes Netanyahu sharply but is not a dove. A right-leaning outlet reports that Netanyahu and Trump plan to hold off on Iran strikes until after elections in both countries, noting that Iran has been largely quiet lately. No left-leaning coverage is available yet.

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Alternative · 2 sources RSResponsible StatecraftEisenkot aims to out-hawk Netanyahu ahead of elections

• DThe DispatchMeet the Military Man Threatening to Unseat Netanyahu

Alternative outlets portray Eisenkot as a hawkish challenger who attacks Netanyahu while promising a firm military approach to Hamas.

Right JNJust the NewsNetanyahu and Trump plan to hold off on Iran strikes ahead of elections in US, Israel

The right-leaning outlet frames the story around Netanyahu and Trump delaying Iran strikes for electoral timing, amid reported Iranian quiet.