[52188] Sharp attack by Avi Ratzon against Gadi Eizenkot and Yoram Cohen

[52188] Sharp attack by Avi Ratzon against Gadi Eizenkot and Yoram Cohen

Sharp criticism in the political system: Avi Ratzon against Eizenkot and Cohen

At the start of Wednesday, May 6, 2026, a sharp statement by broadcaster Avi Ratzon (Galei Yisrael) regarding two prominent security figures in Israel made headlines: former IDF Chief of Staff and Member of Knesset Gadi Eizenkot, and former head of the Israel Security Agency Yoram Cohen.

According to the "Political Arena" Telegram channel, Ratzon called the two "jobniks" (slang for non-combat soldiers). This statement, which constitutes sharp criticism of the two men's professional background and conduct, also echoed in the "News Arena" channel, which reported the matter laconically.

Avi Ratzon, known for an editorial line identified with the conservative right and consistent criticism of the security and military establishment, chose to use the slang term "jobnik" – a term usually used to describe a soldier serving in a rear-echelon, non-combat role – to cast aspersions on the prestige of the two who previously led the Israeli security apparatus. As of the time of this writing, no official response has been issued by Eizenkot or Cohen regarding the remarks.