Israeli war cabinet minister Benny Gantz has publicly called for parliamentary elections in September during a briefing on Wednesday. Gantz emphasized the importance of unity and trust among the public in facing the challenges ahead, referencing recent events that have impacted the country.
Gantz, a key political rival of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, has been vocal about the need for a fresh mandate from the public. He has informed Netanyahu of his request for elections but did not confirm whether he would leave the coalition if an election date is not agreed upon.
