Israel's War Cabinet in Turmoil: Gantz Resigns Amidst Disagreement with Netanyahu
- Senior member of Israel's war Cabinet resigns, showing lack of trust in PM Netanyahu's approach to the war with Hamas.
- Gantz criticizes delays in making crucial strategic decisions due to political motivations.
- Netanyahu faces internal turmoil amidst ongoing conflict with Gaza.
The resignation of Benny Gantz from Israel's war Cabinet showed distrust in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's strategy for the war with Hamas. Gantz's departure does not immediately threaten Netanyahu's majority coalition in parliament. Gantz demanded Netanyahu's support for a plan to end the war, but when Netanyahu did not comply, Gantz resigned. This move returns Gantz to his role as opposition leader in parliament. Netanyahu urged Gantz not to resign, emphasizing unity over division. The U.S. proposed a cease-fire plan that Israel supported, but with Gantz's resignation, Netanyahu may prioritize preserving his government over the proposal. U.S. Secretary of State Blinken called on Hamas to accept the cease-fire plan, backed by the U.N. Security Council. The plan includes releasing hostages, humanitarian aid, Israeli forces' withdrawal from Gaza, and reconstruction. Far-right members of Netanyahu's coalition threaten to leave if military action in Gaza is not pursued, potentially leading to new elections where Netanyahu could face a challenge from Gantz.