In a recent political statement, Yisrael Beytenu chairman Avigdor Liberman leveled accusations against Gadi Eisenkot, a prominent figure in the National Unity party. Liberman claimed that Eisenkot is secretly preparing to form a unity government with Benjamin Netanyahu’s Likud party following the upcoming October 27 election. Liberman characterized Eisenkot as "Gantz 2," a reference to Benny Gantz, who previously entered a short-lived unity government with Netanyahu in 2020.

Liberman’s comments appear aimed at consolidating support among voters who are strictly opposed to Netanyahu’s return to power. He warned these voters to "ignore the spin" and suggested that Eisenkot’s political maneuvers could lead to a scenario where the National Unity party facilitates a Likud-led coalition. By framing Eisenkot as a potential partner for Netanyahu, Liberman is attempting to position his own party as the only reliable option for those seeking a government that excludes the current Likud leadership.

Liberman further stated that his primary goal is to secure a parliamentary majority of "more than 61 Zionist seats" to ensure a government for change. While Liberman is actively campaigning on a platform of replacing the current opposition leadership, Eisenkot and the National Unity party have maintained that their goal is to form a stable government that avoids the political gridlock of recent years. The disagreement centers on whether Eisenkot’s political strategy is a genuine attempt at national stability or a precursor to a deal with Netanyahu.