Chili Tropper

Eisenkot submits final Yashar list, former Shin Bet chief Cohen receives number two spot

Eisenkot’s Yashar party has recently led most polls and is part of the opposition bloc seeking to replace Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in the upcoming elections.

Gadi Eisenkot, head of the Yashar party, holds a press conference with the party’s new member Yoram Cohen in Tel Aviv, May 5, 2026.
Gadi Eisenkot (c) poses with Chili Tropper and Zionist Home candidates following their merger with the Yashar party, September 6, 2026

Chili Tropper's Zionist Home splits from Yoaz Hendel's Reservists, joins Eisenkot's Yashar

Chili Tropper attends an election campaign conference of the Zionist Home-The Reservists political alliance in Jerusalem, on August 5, 2026.

With days left to submit Knesset slates, Chili Tropper must weigh next steps for party's future

Members of the October Council announce the "Strategic Warning: Default 2026" report on August 24, 2026.

IDF's pre-Oct. 7 containment 'conceptzia' mentality still ingrained, October Council warns


Hendel: Tropper alliance won’t rule out Netanyahu, will prioritize Zionist principles - interview

Hendel had previously been the sole leader of the Reservists party, which he founded, before it merged with Tropper. The two will head the new alliance in a joint leadership.

Yoaz Hendel (L), Chili Tropper.

Chili Tropper, Reservists Party's Yoaz Hendel announce joint campaign for upcoming Knesset election

The two stated they would work to form a "broad Zionist government, and create a significant new Zionist political force."

Yoaz Hendel (L), Chili Tropper.

Yoaz Hendel: Reservists Party expected to join political alliance ahead of elections - interview

Speaking after the party held internal primaries this week to determine its Knesset list, Hendel said he was engaged in "sensitive talks" regarding a merger. 

YOAZ HENDEL, head of the Reservists’ Party and former minister, holds a press conference in Petah Tikva, May 10, 2026.

'Traitor,' 'Enemy of Israel': Dozens protest outside IDF chief's home after soldier punishment

The protesters held signs reading “traitor, enemy of Israel,” played loud music, and waved Israeli flags. Dozens of activists took part in the protest.

IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir is seen at Yad Vashem during the Holocaust Remembrance Day ceremony on April 14, 2026.

Benny Gantz’s long political decline is reaching its final stage - opinion

Once seen as Netanyahu’s strongest rival, Benny Gantz now faces political isolation and fading public support.

MK Benny Gantz leads a faction meeting at the Knesset, earlier this year.

MK Eitan Ginzburg quits Blue and White in another blow to Gantz's party

The move marks another blow to Gantz’s party after a series of departures by lawmakers who are now members of the Yashar! party led by Gadi Eisenkot, once Gantz’s second in command.

Eitan Ginzburg: Former Mayor of Raanana & Israel’s first openly gay mayor.

Ex-minister Chili Tropper quits Blue and White, Gantz decries 'painful day'

Tropper said he was leaving the party because, within Blue and White, he could no longer "realize his worldview." 

MK Hili Tropper attends Blue and White faction meeting at the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, on January 19, 2026.

Hostages will not stay alive without a deal in Gaza, opposition lawmaker says

The government has a responsibility to bring home all hostages, but it is not their top priority.

 Hostage families call on US President Donald Trump to return their loves ones home from captivity, March 29, 2025.

If Netanyahu needs our votes for hostage deal, we'll 'go all in,' National Unity MK says

National Unity MK Chili Tropper discussed a deal to return the hostages, confirmed coalition support, and stressed importance of IDF soldiers.

Minister Chili Tropper

Minister explains: This is why Biden and Netanyahu's relationship is in crisis

Minister Chili Tropper spoke with Udi Segal and Anat Davidov on 103FM, and addressed the Israel-US relationship and wartime considerations.

Minister Chili Tropper