MK Eitan Ginzburg urged Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to support an initiative by Benny Gantz for a national unity government, emphasizing its importance for resolving the hostage crisis, ending the war, and passing a conscription law. Ginzburg stated that if the Prime Minister rejects the proposal, it will be clear that every political avenue has been exhausted. He highlighted that the plan reflects responsibility during a national crisis and stressed the need for cooperation from other opposition parties, noting that the initiative cannot move forward without broader support.

Benny Gantz called for the formation of a temporary emergency government focused on securing the release of hostages, legislating equal service including haredi enlistment, and setting a date for new elections. He appealed to both government and opposition leaders to join the effort, warning of the urgent situation facing hostages, families, and soldiers. Gantz also criticized the current government, describing it as unfit and divisive, and asserted that the initiative is necessary due to the government's failures.