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Kahana resigns from Gantz' party, may join Bennett's

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  • Source: Israeli media
  • 1 Jul 2025 23:16
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MK Matan Kahana resigns from Benny Gantz’s "National Unity" party, following Gadi Eisenkot's departure, as Israeli political reshuffling intensifies ahead of the 2026 elections.

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  • Kahana resigns from Gantz' party, may join Bennett: Israeli media
    Israeli Religious Services Minister Matan Kahana arrives for a photo at the President's residence during a ceremony for the new coalition government in occupied al-Quds, on June 14, 2021. (AFP via Getty Images)

Israeli Knesset member Matan Kahana announced his resignation from Benny Gantz’s "National Unity" party on Tuesday, just hours after fellow MK Gadi Eisenkot revealed his own departure from the bloc and the parliament, Israeli media reported.

The dual resignations mark a notable shift in "Israel’s" political dynamics ahead of the 2026 elections.

Kahana exits Gantz’s party amid political realignment

According to a party statement, Kahana informed "National Unity" chairman Gantz of his intention to step down from both the party and parliament.

Gantz thanked Kahana for his "partnership and decency and wished him success," the statement read.

The Israeli Kan broadcaster revealed that Kahana, who represented the right wing of Gantz’s center-right party, has held several meetings with former prime minister Naftali Bennett, who played a significant role in his decision to leave "National Unity".

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Bennett's return sparks speculation of new alliance

The resignation has fueled speculation that Kahana will join Bennett’s newly registered political platform, "Bennett 2026".

Although the party has yet to announce a Knesset list, its policy platform focuses on strengthening Israeli security and promoting ultra-Orthodox integration into the military and workforce.

Bennett has been out of office since the collapse of his coalition government in 2022, which ended Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's 12-year tenure.

Eisenkot steps down, cites ideological differences

Eisenkot, who was National Unity’s No. 2, announced his intent to resign from the Knesset on Monday. Sources close to him told Israeli media that Gantz’s proposal to hold party leadership primaries was not enough to retain him.

Eisenkot reportedly believes the party no longer aligns with his vision and is expected to make a public statement soon.

Lapid reportedly courts Eisenkot for Yesh Atid leadership

According to political sources cited by Ynet, opposition leader and Yesh Atid chairman Yair Lapid is exploring the possibility of bringing Eisenkot into his party and may even offer him leadership ahead of the next election.

Speaking to The Times of Israel, Kahana confirmed he is in discussions with Bennett and is working to facilitate a political alliance between Bennett and Eisenkot.

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