JERUSALEM: Benny Gantz, a centrist member of Israel’s three-man warfare Cupboard, introduced his resignation on Sunday (Jun 9).
The transfer doesn’t instantly pose a menace to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who nonetheless controls a majority coalition in parliament. Nonetheless, the Israeli chief turns into extra closely reliant on his far-right allies.
Gantz, a well-liked former army chief, joined Netanyahu’s authorities shortly after the Oct 7 Hamas assault in a present of unity.
His presence additionally boosted Israel’s credibility with its worldwide companions. Gantz has good working relations with US officers.
Gantz had beforehand stated he would depart the federal government by June 8 if Netanyahu didn’t formulate a new plan for postwar Gaza.
