Israeli candidate Eisenkot pledges to unite country as Netanyahu deems him 'soft' on Iran
Israeli presidential candidate Gadi Eisenkot pledged to 'heal' Israeli society during his final campaign rally Sunday, as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu criticized him as 'soft' on Iran ahead of Tuesday's election.
Eisenkot's promise to unite Israelis came during his final campaign rally before polling begins Tuesday. The former military chief's message resonated with some voters concerned about the deep divisions under Netanyahu's leadership.
Netanyahu, seeking re-election, received support from US President Donald Trump while attacking Eisenkot's stance on Iran. The prime minister characterized his opponent as 'soft' on the security threat posed by Iran.
Iran Policy Clash
The candidates' contrasting approaches to Iran have emerged as a key campaign issue, with Netanyahu emphasizing his hardline stance while Eisenkot appears to favor diplomatic solutions.
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