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Netanyahu’s emerging challenger represents his polar opposite, and that may be his appeal
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· June 29, 2026
· 7 min read
By Tal Shalev, CNN
Tel Aviv (CNN) — On the evening of June 8, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s Likud party posted four words on its official X account.
“There is no Gadi without Tibi.”
Accompanying the short message was an AI-generated, 11-second clip showing two politicians – Ga...
Key takeaway ” Accompanying the short message was an AI-generated, 11-second clip showing two politicians – Gadi Eisenkot and Ahmad Tibi – standing together before a parliament covered in dark clouds.
Why this matters in The El Paso
For El Paso residents with business ties to Israel, the emerging challenge to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's leadership may have significant implications. As a major trade partner, Israel's political stability and leadership can impact local economic interests. The rise of Gadi Eisenkot, a former military chief, as a potential rival to Netanyahu may signal a shift in Israel's political landscape, which could in turn affect El Paso's business relationships with the country. Local companies that export goods to Israel or have investments in the region may want to closely monitor the upcoming parliamentary elections and the potential impact of a new leadership on trade policies and economic cooperation. The El Paso business community may also be interested in learning more about Eisenkot's economic platform and how it may differ from Netanyahu's, as this could have direct consequences for local businesses with ties to Israel.
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Category: business ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 7 min
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What is this story about? By Tal Shalev, CNN
Tel Aviv (CNN) — On the evening of June 8, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s Likud party posted four words on its official X account.
“There is no Gadi without Tibi.”
Accompanying the short message was an AI-generated, 11-second clip showing two politicians – Ga...
When was this published? This article was first published on June 29, 2026 by KVIA ABC-7 and curated for The El Paso readers.
Who reported this story? This story was reported by CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7. To learn more about how The El Paso selects and reviews stories, see our editorial standards .
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