[48482] Political Upheaval: Hili Tropper leaves 'Blue and White' and Gantz calls for a unity government

Political Upheaval: Hili Tropper resigns from Blue and White

At the end of the weekend (May 3, 2026), Hili Tropper announced his resignation from the 'Blue and White' party, a move that triggered widespread reactions across the political system. According to Dafna Liel, party chairman Benny Gantz responded to the departure by describing the day as a "painful day," while emphasizing his high regard for Tropper, whom he called a "partner on the path" and a "principled and worthy person."

In a statement published by Benny Gantz, he emphasized that despite the parting, he remains committed to his public mission. Gantz took the opportunity to call for the establishment of a "broad and stable Zionist unity government," warning that governments relying on Arab parties or Itamar Ben Gvir would lead to "disaster" and "civil war." According to him, "the era of blocs and hatred must come to an end."

On the other hand, Hili Tropper himself clarified that he has not yet decided on his political future. In a post he published and which was quoted by Amir Ettinger & Yuval Segev, Tropper noted that he intends to meet in the coming weeks with key figures for the purpose of "rebuilding the country's leadership." He emphasized that the deciding factor in his next choices will be the place where he can contribute "most effectively for the sake of the people of Israel."

Additional reports from Ynet News and Political Arena reinforce the fact that Tropper is in no hurry to declare a new party, and that he aspires to maintain respectful discourse even during the transition period: "I want to believe that it is possible to part ways and choose a different political path without degrading or being degraded."