PoliticsGantz’s exit raises questions about Israel’s political future

Al Jazeera senior political analyst Marwan Bishara examines Benny Gantz’s withdrawal from Israel’s 2026 election campaign and its possible implications. Bishara suggests Gantz may be positioning for a potential presidential bid while steering clear of direct confrontation with rival political camps, and discusses the longstanding role of former military generals in Israeli politics as challengers to populist leaders.