Ofer Winter

Likud moves to dismantle Ofer Winter’s new party

'Amcha Yisrael' head Ofer Winter rejects proposal offering him second place on a Smotrich-Feiglin slate and spots for his allies in Likud: ‘Israel demands something new.’

Winter to supporters:

'Don’t be swayed by the pressure, we are the right'

At a rally for his new party, Ofer Winter tells activists, “Don’t be swayed by the pressure. We represent the true voice of the Israeli people and will sit with Netanyahu."

Winter responds to Netanyahu:

'This is what endangers the right-wing bloc'

Amcha Yisrael chairman Ofer Winter responds to the Prime Minister’s claim that his party poses a “danger" to the right: “We are part of the right-wing camp, but we work for no one."

Of(f)er rejected

Netanyahu's secret meeting with Winter

Report says Ofer Winter rejected Netanyahu’s offer of reserved Likud slots before launching his own party; despite backing Netanyahu, Likud remains wary.

Poll:

Winter weakens Netanyahu, Ben-Gvir

Kan News poll gives Ofir Winter’s new party four seats, while Netanyahu edges Bennett for premiership and neither political bloc reaches 61.

Ofer Winter clarifies:

'We will recommend only Netanyahu'

Amcha Yisrael chairman Ofer Winter clarifies his position ahead of the election: “We are part of the right-wing camp. Its leader is Netanyahu, and he is the only one we will recommend."

‘Pet Arab?’

Winter fires back at journalist over Yoseph Haddad

Ofer Winter says ‘shame on you’ after Raviv Drucker calls Yoseph Haddad a ‘pet Arab,’ while Haddad fires back at the journalist as a ‘petty racist.’

'I won’t join your gov't'

Eisenkot rules out Winter as DM, draws sharp response

Eisenkot says Winter had not served in the IDF’s strategic command. Winter hits back, pointing to the “containment, de-escalation and appointments" policies.

After disappointing poll, Winter surges

An i24NEWS poll conducted by Direct Polls gives Likud 26 seats and Gadi Eisenkot’s Yashar 23. Ofer Winter’s Amcha Yisrael wins eight seats.

Poll bombshell:

Likud crashes to 19 seats, Winter fails to break through

Conflicting polls give Ofer Winter eight seats or leave him below the threshold, while Likud swings dramatically between 19 and 26 seats.

Winter effect:

New Amacha Yisrael party wins six seats in first poll

First poll since Ofer Winter launched Amacha Yisrael gives his party six seats, while Religious Zionism falls below the threshold and Netanyahu's bloc drops to 49.

Yair Netanyahu to Winter’s candidates: You’ll waste votes

The Prime Minister’s son personally addresses each candidate on Ofer Winter’s slate, warning that further fragmentation of the national camp could help the left-wing bloc.

Netanyahu warns:

Winter might bring the right wing down

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu attacked Ofer Winter during an event hosted by the Binyamin Regional Council on Tuesday evening and called on him to unite with Moshe Feiglin and Avi Maoz.

Ofer Winter sets up new party:

'This is my dream team'

Brig. Gen. (res.) Ofer Winter launches 'Amcha Yisrael' party, with public diplomacy activist Yoseph Haddad at no. 2, alongside military and reserve personnel, media and legal figures, community and bereaved family members.

Poll:

Winter’s party sends right-wing bloc to new low

New poll examines a scenario in which Ofer Winter’s party runs independently. In that scenario, the Religious Zionist Party fails to cross the electoral threshold and the right-wing bloc falls to 49 seats.

New poll shakes up race as Netanyahu bloc falls further behind

A new poll puts Gadi Eisenkot ahead of Likud, while the anti-Netanyahu bloc leads the right by six seats - and a new political contender could widen the gap.

'I'm not afraid of you'

Retired general answers haredim who attacked him

After he was attacked by extremists outside a guidance fair for haredi pre-military recruits, Brigadier General (Res.) Ofer Winter says he will continue working to integrate haredim in the IDF.

Poll:

Bennett and Golan lose seats; Winter doesn't pass threshold

Benett drops to 13 seats, Golan drops to eight, Ofer Winter and Erdan and Edelstein stay behind electoral threshold. Netanyahu and Eisenkot tied for lead.

IDF Reserve Officer:

'Netzah Yehudah incident punishment is collective and excessive'

Brig. Gen. (res.) Ofer Winter says the Chief of Staff went too far in his suspension of the entire battalion from duty.

Former IDF General:

'IDF should destroy monument to Arafat, not a soldier'

Ofer Winter said that the monument to Yasser Arafat should have been destroyed in a formal military operation, not by an individual soldier.

Poll

Party led by Ofer Winter falls below electoral threshold

According to the data, a party led by Ofer Winter does not pass the electoral threshold and mainly harms the Religious Zionism party.

Poll:

General Winter could turn Religious Zionists' fate around

Channel 13 poll finds that while the Religious Zionist party would find itself outside the Knesset in the next elections, Brigadier General Ofer Winter could change that.

As Netanyahu presses, will Smotrich give up his spot at the top?

According to a Galei Tzahal report, Netanyahu has discussed steps to save the Religious Zionist list amid fears the party may not pass the electoral threshold.

Brig.-Gen. (res.) Winter:

'Israel seeks peace, Palestinians seek our destruction'

Brig.-Gen. (res.) Ofer Winter warned at the Jabotinsky Conference that Israel misreads Palestinian intentions, arguing that talk of a “day after” in Gaza fueled false hopes, calling for decisive action and a clear rejection of a Palestinian state.

'We waited 11 years for this moment':

Ofer Winter bids farewell to Hadar Goldin

Shortly after the funeral of Staff Sergeant Hadar Goldin, his former commander published a letter about his personal closure for one of his soldiers.

Poll:

Religious Zionists under Ret. Gen. Winter would jump to 8 seats

Poll shows dramatic boost for Religious Zionist Party under Ofer Winter, suggesting potential shift in right-wing bloc strength and voter alignment.

Minister Shlomo Karhi:

Three dismissed IDF senior officers dared to think differently

Minister of Communications calls on PM and Defense Minister to bring back three senior officers, saying: 'IDF needs brave leadership.'

Netanyahu weighs new security-oriented political party

Among the names floated to lead the party is that of Brigadier-General Ofer Winter, who formerly served as commander of the Givati Brigade and who is identified with religious and right-wing values.

Brig. Gen. Ofer Winter: 'To survive, we have to be lions'

Brig. Gen. Ofer Winter criticizes senior IDF echelon, saying: 'The attempt to castigate those in the field is a serious leadership problem.'

An ex-IDF general demands victory

The IDF's decision to dismiss Brig.-Gen. Ofer Winter was a serious mistake - perhaps of those worried about competing with him. In Gaza, Winter would have led the IDF to absolute victory. Op-ed.

Religious general to be discharged after career freeze

The Defense Minister and the Chief of Staff have decided that Brig. Gen. Ofer Winter, who has not held an official position for already a year and a half, will be discharged from the military.

Brig. Gen. Winter summoned over conversation with Bennett

Chief of Staff summons high-ranking general over conversation with then-cabinet minister Bennett during 2014 war.

Ki Tetsei: The secret to defeating the enemy

There are so many soldiers in Tzahal for whom fear of the enemy does not exist because in their hearts is the fear of Hashem.

Children of top military brass marry

Daughter of Big. Gen. Ofer Winter marries son of Col. (Res.) Ofek Buchris. Ceremony conducted by Rabbi Shlomo Aviner.

Religious Zionist general to be Liberman's IDF secretary

Controversial IDF officer Brig. Gen. Ofer Vinter becomes an aide to Defense Minister after years of being held back for promotion.

Liberman: Winter a quality and experienced officer

Defense Minister praises officer who read 'Shema' to his troops after appointing him to be his military secretary.

IDF commander who invoked G-d appointed DM's military secretary

Liberman appoints Ofer Winter, who was media target during 'Protective Edge,' when he invoked 'G-d of Israel' to soldiers heading to battle.

Left-wing reporter tried to harm brigade commander

Channel 10 reporter, Raviv Drucker, reportedly sent former soldier undercover to try to embarrass and incriminate Brig. Gen Ofer Winter.

Memorial Day

'Facebook Generation? This is a Generation of Lions!'

Givati Brigade Commander says Gaza war proved 'Facebook and Youtube generation' is up to the job of defending Israel.

Vindication

Case Dropped Against IDF Commander Who Invoked G-d

Givati Commander Ofer Winter cleared of investigation claiming coverups; his soldiers charge it was organized targeting for religiosity.

Arutz Sheva exclusive

IDF Commander who Invoked G-d Targeted for 'Elimination'

Religious commander Ofer Winter's soldiers charge there is an organized attempt to get rid of him as investigation launches.

Why is the Knesset Debating IDF Religiosity?

Perplexed MK Yogev reminds Knesset 'enemy is Hamas, not religious soldiers' as Jewish 'radicalization' in IDF placed on the docket.

The Right to Invoke the Name of G-d in the IDF

Ya'alon Criticizes Religious IDF Commander for Invoking God

Ya'alon says he would have told Givati officer to phrase his call-up message differently because IDF is 'army of all,' including non-Jews.

IDF Lauds Givati Commander After Media Storm

Commander falsely slandered for 'exclusion of women' praised by Brigade founder: 'I hope we have more like him in the future.'

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Cease fire or back to fighting? Prime Minister & Ambassador VS. UN Committee. Saluting Col. Winter and the Givati soldiers.

Deputy Minister Blames New Israel Fund for Smearing IDF Officer

Dep. Religions Minister Rabbi Eli Ben Dahan sees NIF's hand behind campaign over 'exclusion of women.'

Feminists Trash Givati Commander for 'Excluding Women'

Media says Col. Ofer Winter nixed a performance by a popular singer because she's female. Facts say otherwise.