Published: July 12, 2026 · Tedros Editorial
Gadi Yevarkan leaves Likud, establishes a new party — "Beit Israel"
The announcement
Gadi Yevarkan, a former MK and former Deputy Minister of Public Security, of Ethiopian descent, announced his departure from Likud and the founding of a new independent party called "Beit Israel".
The party's focus
According to the announcement, the new party will focus on economic welfare, including advancing a "pension law."
Coverage
The announcement was covered, besides on the Srugim website, also on Kipa, Channel 14 and Hidabroot.
Note
This is a factual report on a political announcement — Tedros does not take a position on the party's prospects or the motives behind its founding.