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
Assessment
A new political alliance in Israel is forming, led by Hendel and Tropper, that explicitly refuses to rule out cooperation with Benjamin Netanyahu. The key tension is between maintaining Zionist principles and the practical politics of coalition building. The alliance's stance on Netanyahu will be a critical test of whether ideological commitments or strategic calculations prevail. Observers should watch how this position affects their voter base and potential coalition partners.