In a recent televised interview, former IDF Chief of Staff and Israeli war cabinet minister Gadi Eisenkot accused Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of not being honest about Israel's wartime objectives in Gaza. Eisenkot criticized Netanyahu's dismissal of the U.S. push for a Palestinian state after the war and his determination to achieve "complete victory" over Hamas.

During the interview with Israel's Channel 12, Eisenkot expressed doubts about the honesty of Israel's top government officials regarding their war aims. He stated that "whoever speaks of absolute defeat is not speaking the truth," emphasizing that the goals of the war have not yet been achieved in the Gaza Strip. Eisenkot, whose son was tragically killed in the recent fighting in Gaza, highlighted his lack of blind trust in political leaders and the importance of evaluating their decisions and leadership.

Eisenkot took further aim at Netanyahu, holding him "clearly responsible" for the Hamas attack on October 7. The former general called for new elections due to the "serious lack of trust" the Israeli public has in the current government. He stressed the importance of leadership that is truthful and capable of charting a path forward for the country.

The ongoing Israeli bombardment of Gaza throughout the past three months has ignited worldwide protests. Human rights organizations, such as the United Nations, have urgently called for a ceasefire due to the dire humanitarian crisis in the enclave. Governments around the world have also criticized Israel's war strategies.

According to recent reports from the Israeli government, the war has resulted in the deaths of over 25,000 Palestinians, including men, women, and children in Gaza since October 7. This number includes roughly 1,200 Israeli citizens who were killed during the attack by Hamas militants, with approximately 130 hostages still held by the group.

The accusations made by Eisenkot against Prime Minister Netanyahu highlight the deep divisions and concerns within Israeli leadership regarding the country's objectives in the ongoing conflict with Hamas in Gaza. As the conflict continues, the international community calls for a peaceful resolution to the ongoing crisis, which has caused immense suffering for both Palestinians and Israelis.