Ofer Winter

Only five days remain until the submission of lists to the Knesset, and the political system is boiling. Ofer Winter refuses reserved spots, takes a jab at Lieberman, and sets an explosive threshold condition for entering the coalition. While Winter is conducting negotiations with Zlitcha, the unity bloc is stalling while waiting for Gilad Erdan, who is abroad. Simultaneously: Bennett and Eisenkot...

Amha Yisrael party chairman Ofer Winter stated that his party will not join a government unless a law ending draft evasion is passed prior to its formation.

The Jerusalem District Court dismissed a petition filed by Adv. Eran Ben-Ari, a candidate for the "Amcha Yisrael" party, against the Israel Bar Association head. The judge ruled that the petitioners abused the legal process.

The chairman of Amach Yisrael, who is under heavy pressure in the right-wing bloc, is holding talks with Yaron Zelekha's Economic Party. No responses were received from the parties.

Amha Yisrael party chairman Ofer Winter has defended Yoseph Haddad, emphasizing his leadership credentials. Meanwhile, Zehut leader Moshe Feiglin criticized Winter, stating that the public is "fed up with generals."

The Likud party continues to explore ways to unite the right-wing bloc. As reported this evening (Tuesday), Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is considering a proposal to offer the chairman of the "Amha Yisrael" party, Brigadier General (res.) Ofer Winter, several reserved spots on the joint electoral list.

In just about six days, on September 7, the lists for the Knesset will be finalized and the political system will enter the final stretch. The 'Amcha Yisrael' party, led by Brig. Gen. (res.) Ofer Winter, presents a significant boost for the settlement movement: the son of the legendary fighter joins.

Social activist Moshe Har-Zion, son of the fighter Meir Har-Zion, is joining the "Amcha Yisrael" party led by Ofer Winter and will be on its list for the Knesset. Har-Zion, founder of the "Artzi" movement, previously supported the "Derech Eretz" party: "I intend to represent the people of the land, agriculture, and the rural space in the party."

The "Amha Yisrael" party held its first meeting at Kibbutz Be'eri. Party chairman Ofer Winter called for promoting emigration from Gaza and achieving a swift victory.

A member of the "Amcha Yisrael" party criticized the donation of a scanning machine for the Erez crossing: "If you care so much about the Gazans, instead of investing tens of millions in magnetometers, take them in in Germany."

Ahead of the closing of electoral lists, Netaeli Shem-Tov of the "Amcha Yisrael" party gave a tough interview on Channel 12, addressing questions about Ofer Winter's stance on Benjamin Netanyahu and the failures of October 7.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was a guest on the 'Patriots' program on Channel 14. During the interview, he discussed security issues, the Iranian threat, judicial reform, and the need for the right-wing camp to consolidate before the elections.

Ofer Winter, chairman of the Amach Yisrael party, responded to remarks made by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during an interview on the program "The Patriots." Netanyahu claimed that Winter would "burn" right-wing votes if he runs independently, prompting a rebuttal from the new party leader.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, in an interview on the "Patriots" program, expressed concern that Ofer Winter's independent run in the elections could harm the right-wing bloc. The PM revealed he had offered Winter a spot in the Likud, but the offer was declined.

Media personality Netali Shem Tov has officially announced her move to the "Amcha Yisrael" list led by Ofer Winter. She stated that she is committed to the party's vision for strengthening the North and national security.

A dramatic political development in a new poll presents a turnaround in the premiership, as Benjamin Netanyahu loses ground against two main rivals and a new right-wing party reshuffles the blocks.

Dozens of fake profiles, AI-generated images, and hundreds of tweets in one hour: a study reveals an aggressive influence campaign against the establishment of the new party by the esteemed officer.

Bettors on Polymarket determine: the chairman of the "Amha Yisrael" party, Ofer Winter, overtakes the chairman of Yisrael Beiteinu, Avigdor Lieberman, in the race for prime minister.

The chairman of the "Yashar!" party opposed construction in the E1 area between Jerusalem and Ma'ale Adumim. The chairman of the "Amcha Yisrael" party replied: "If we had considered the world, the State of Israel would not have been established."

A new i24NEWS poll reveals shifts in the Israeli political map: Likud remains the largest party, while Bezalel Smotrich's party is barely scraping above the electoral threshold.

Former Netanyahu advisor Eli Feldstein dismissed a Channel 13 poll showing the Likud party at 19 seats and the new party led by Ofer Winter failing to cross the electoral threshold.

The chairman of the Amha Yisrael party responds to the former IDF Chief of Staff's statement that he is unfit to serve as Defense Minister due to a lack of General Staff experience. Winter attacked Eisenkot's containment policy and the senior appointments he led, including Herzi Halevi and Aharon Haliva, and promised to promote security concepts of rapid victory.

A new mandate poll reveals a shake-up in the national camp, as the Religious Zionism party fails to pass the electoral threshold while the new party of a reserve brigadier general records a surprising achievement.

Brigadier General (res.) Ofer Winter launched his new party 'Amcha Yisrael', and among the surprising names on the list stands out Sigal Kraunik — mother of 'Big Brother' alumnus Chen Kraunik and widow of the late Arik Kraunik.

The Prime Minister's son responded repeatedly on the X network to candidates of the "Amha Yisrael" party and warned that running independently without merging with Bezalel Smotrich would split the right-wing vote: "Mathematically there cannot be any other result - you will crown a government of Eisenkot, Yair Golan and Mansour Abbas."

Ronen Manelis, former IDF Spokesperson and current campaign manager for Eisenkot, congratulated Ofer Winter on his launch event. Feldstein, a close associate of Winter who denies being his political advisor, wrote in response: "This time there will be no one to stop his promotion."

Ahead of the 26th Knesset elections, Brigadier General (res.) Ofer Winter has unveiled a new addition to his party list: economist and Major (res.) Ronen Bodenro, who has served 800 days in the reserves.

Reserve Brigadier General Ofer Winter has officially launched a new right-wing party. The list includes activist Yoseph Haddad, journalist Netali Shem Tov, Sigal Kraunik-Atiya, and several other public figures.

Against the backdrop of Ofer Winter's announcement of the establishment of his new party, senior Likud officials clarify that as far as they are concerned, he is not part of the right-wing bloc: "Let him go and scrape votes from the other camp. The existing parties in the current right-wing bloc are not only of right-wing views but are also committed to the camp and its victory. So far, apart from...

Brigadier General (res.) Ofer Winter is expected to launch his new party, "Ami Hai La-Ad," this Tuesday. An investigation reveals the party has already secured hundreds of thousands of shekels in guarantees.

Ofer Winter will launch his new party tomorrow at an event attended by hundreds of people at the Shalva Center in Jerusalem. Even before the launch, sources in the coalition are warning of a split in the right-wing bloc, while the party clarifies that the goal is to establish a right-wing government.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu launched a sharp attack against new right-wing political initiatives. He warned voters against supporting small parties, arguing that such fragmentation could lead to the rise of a left-wing government.

Ofer Winter is establishing a party but is keeping the Likud awake at night, the fragments of the Right are threatening the integrity of the bloc, and on the other side – last-minute survival attempts threaten to reshuffle the cards.

According to the Kan News poll, Eisenkot overtakes Likud with 24 mandates, and Netanyahu loses in the suitability for prime minister question to Bennett as well. A new scenario brings Winter into the Knesset and leaves Smotrich below the electoral threshold.

If no last-minute changes occur, the media personality, who also received offers from Likud and Gilad Erdan, is set to join the new right-wing party alongside Yoseph Haddad and Lali Deri.

The prominent advocacy activist announced that he is stepping down as CEO of "Together - Arabs for Each Other" after eight years. The timing of his departure comes ahead of the launch of Brigadier General (res.) Ofer Winter's party on Tuesday, which Haddad may join. Lorina Khatib will take his place at the head of the organization.

Following the report by our correspondent Avraham Hasson on Channel 14 regarding negotiations for his joining the new party of Brig. Gen. (res.) Ofer Winter, advocacy activist Yoseph Haddad announced this morning (Sunday) that he is stepping down as CEO of the organization "Together, Arabs for Each Other," which he founded more than eight years ago.

Following the Likud primaries, the Prime Minister has shifted his focus to a critical political task: organizing his bloc. He warns that running too many separate lists could lead to wasted votes and cause a right-wing party to fall below the electoral threshold.

Following the Likud primaries, right-wing parties are attempting to attract disappointed voters from the right wing. Meanwhile, concern is growing within Likud regarding the move by Ofer Winter and Yoseph Haddad, and the possibility that votes will remain below the electoral threshold.

Ronen Tzur addressed the party being established by Ofer Winter, the tension between him and Gadi Eisenkot, and possible connections within the right-wing bloc and the bloc opposing Netanyahu. According to him, those who do not shrink their egos may find themselves outside the political wheel.

Poll "Today": Likud loses one mandate, Eisenkot gains one, but the change bloc holds only 56 mandates from Zionist parties. "Third bloc" parties fail to clear the threshold, while Ofer Winter's impact remains limited.

Knesset member Zvi Sukkot criticized the potential establishment of a new party by Ofer Winter: "It is something that endangers the right-wing bloc."

The threat from Winter and Haddad puts Smotrich at risk of falling below the electoral threshold, and Netanyahu is preparing a rescue plan. Alongside promoting Dichter and contacts with Kahlon, the Prime Minister plans to use reserved spots to save Religious Zionism at the expense of primary winners.

As previously reported, Brigadier General Ofer Winter intends to run independently in the 26th Knesset elections. He has already approached figures such as Lali Deri and Yosef Haddad to join his new political movement.

A mysterious billboard in Tel Aviv reading "Soon you will have someone to vote for" alongside the date 25.08 has fueled speculation that Ofer Winter is launching an independent party. Discussions are underway regarding potential candidates for his prospective list.

Brig. Gen. (res.) Ofer Winter is working to form a new right-wing party, with plans to announce it as early as next week. He has been in talks with advocacy activist Yosef Haddad and bereaved mother Lali Deri.

Advocacy activist Yosef Haddad is behind the application to register the "Israel Amitza" ("Brave Israel") party and is in contact with former Givati Brigade commander Ofer Winter, who is also considering forming a political platform. Haddad's name was recently mentioned as a potential candidate for a reserved spot in the Likud.

Ofer Winter, previously linked to the Religious Zionism party, is exploring an independent run in the upcoming elections. Reports indicate he has begun reaching out to various figures to build his party's list.

A group of extremist protesters disrupted a conference in Jerusalem focused on IDF service tracks for Haredi youth. Demonstrators blocked the organizers' van, assaulted attendees, and shouted insults at former Major General (res.) Ofer Winter.

Protesters gathered outside a recruitment event in Jerusalem, shouting insults at Brigadier General (res.) Ofer Winter, calling him an "inciter" and a "heretic."