[86129] Storm in the Reservists Party: Shavut Raanan withdraws; upheavals in the bloc map

[86129] Storm in the Reservists Party: Shavut Raanan withdraws; upheavals in the bloc map

A fateful day in the Reservists Party alongside new assessments regarding the dissolution of the partnership between Bennett and Lapid and changes in the picture of candidates for leadership.

Upheavals in the Reservists Party

The primaries are taking place today in the Reservists Party, with the participation of 28 candidates. Dafna Liel reports that Shavut Raanan, one of the prominent figures, announced her withdrawal at the last minute, on the very day of the vote. Amit Segal and Zirat HaHadashot confirm the withdrawal, with the results expected to be published tomorrow, Wednesday, June 17, 2026.

Changes in the political system and the betting markets

In parallel with what is happening in the Reservists Party, the political system is in turmoil surrounding the reports by Michael Shemesh as published on Hadashot Bazman on Telegram. According to the reports, Naftali Bennett is considering "dissolving the political partnership with Lapid," a move that could lead to significant changes in the party map.

In addition, Hadashot Bazman on Telegram point to a "reversal" in the data from the betting platform 'Polymarket' regarding the question of suitability for leadership: Bennett records a significant drop to only 21%, while Gadi Eisenkot jumps to 40% and stabilizes as the leader in this market poll. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stands between them with 28%.