The anti-Netanyahu: Can Gadi Eisenkot give the world a different Israel?
Unpolished and understated, Eisenkot offers a stark contrast to Netanyahu but risks continuing his legacy

Unpolished and understated, Eisenkot offers a stark contrast to Netanyahu but risks continuing his legacy





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Residents in Lebanon and Syria expect little change in Israeli policy after the election.
Israel’s first election since October 7 appears deadlocked, with neither Netanyahu nor Eisenkot on track for a majority.
Lebanon’s olive harvesters are facing dangerous conditions, with potential attacks and fear of cluster munitions.
Thousands of Israelis rallied against PM Benjamin Netanyahu ahead of elections on Tuesday.
Opposition figures join Tel Aviv protesters demanding an independent October 7 inquiry.
Residents and analysts doubt October 27 vote will bring any meaningful shift in Israeli policy towards their country.

Israeli soldiers in Southern Lebanon are seen ‘jokingly’ giving a tour of a displaced family’s home.
The reported $200m in aid from Iran to Hezbollah has put the Lebanese government under increased pressure from the US.
A look at Israel’s main opposition leaders, their parties and their largely shared positions on Gaza and other wars.
Hezbollah said explosives were to be used against Israel but political figures and some analysts fear assassinations.