JUST IN: Bennett Announces New Dawn: “Division Is Over, Repair Starts Now”

According to Jerusalem Post, former Israeli Prime Ministers Naftali Bennett and Yair Lapid have announced plans to unite ahead of the upcoming national elections, marking a significant political development in Israel’s opposition landscape. The two leaders confirmed they will launch a joint political party called “Together,” with Bennett expected to lead the new list, according to statements from their respective offices.

The agreement, reportedly signed on Saturday evening, will merge Lapid’s Yesh Atid party with Bennett’s political platform ahead of a formal unveiling at a joint press conference scheduled for Sunday evening. The move is being positioned as an attempt to consolidate opposition forces and strengthen their electoral chances against the current governing coalition.

Bennett’s office also indicated that there is room for former IDF Deputy Chief of Staff and Yashar! leader Gadi Eisenkot to join the alliance. Eisenkot had previously been offered a role in Bennett’s political initiative but declined, citing concerns about serving in a secondary position. However, ongoing discussions suggest he may still be part of the emerging bloc.

Both Bennett and Lapid emphasized unity and national repair in their statements following the agreement. Bennett wrote, “The era of division has ended, and the era of repair is here.” Lapid echoed the sentiment, saying the move represents a “unification of the Repair Bloc” aimed at focusing efforts on winning the elections and changing the country’s direction.

Eisenkot responded positively to the development, stating that “the goal of winning the critical elections before us is a shared goal,” and added that he would continue to act responsibly toward achieving political change in Israel.

Other political figures also reacted to the announcement. Blue and White leader Benny Gantz welcomed the unity effort, stressing the importance of broad cooperation. Yisrael Beytenu chairman Avigdor Liberman also expressed support, calling for a focus on replacing the current government.

Meanwhile, several right-wing officials criticized the alliance, accusing it of political opportunism and ideological inconsistency. Despite the criticism, the formation of the “Together” party signals a major reshaping of Israel’s opposition ahead of the next election cycle.