Former Ministers Tropper and Hendel Unveil Zionist Home-The Reservists Party Platform

Former ministers Chili Tropper and Yoaz Hendel unveiled the platform of their newly launched The Zionist Home-The Reservists party on August 5, 2026, emphasizing a call for a “broad Zionist government.” At the campaign launch, attended by bereaved families, reservists, and supporters, the duo announced their demand for the National Security Ministry portfolio in the next government, with Hendel at the helm. The party’s platform includes conditions for coalition participation, such as the establishment of a “Zionist government” and the passage of a draft law requiring haredim (ultra-Orthodox) to serve in the IDF, alongside universal conscription.
Hendel, who previously led The Reservists party, merged it with Tropper’s political framework, forming a joint leadership. The two have stated that their party would not align with either the opposition bloc or Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s bloc, asserting their commitment to neither political camp. Hendel emphasized the need to return to Zionism, encouraging aliyah to Israel, while criticizing the government for failing to recruit all Israelis, with reservists bearing the brunt of the burden.
The Zionist Home-The Reservists highlighted Hendel’s suitability for the national security minister role, citing his security background and proven record as a government minister. Tropper criticized the current government for making grand promises without delivering, calling for someone who “comes to work, not to pose for pictures.” He stressed the importance of personal security over social media attention, without directly referencing current National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.
Hendel had previously stated that the alliance would not rule out joining a government led by Netanyahu but would prioritize advancing its core principles over political considerations. The party’s platform also includes the “Star of David Plan,” outlining policy proposals in education, universal conscription, cost of living, settlement, and institutional checks and balances. The plan also addresses the rehabilitation and revival of communities affected by conflict, reflecting a commitment to both national security and social welfare.
The party’s emphasis on Zionism and national service aligns with broader discussions about the role of religion in public life, particularly the call for haredim to serve in the IDF. This reflects ongoing debates about the integration of religious communities into the military and the state’s role in shaping national identity. The platform’s focus on accountability and practical governance echoes biblical principles of justice and responsibility, as seen in Micah 6:8, which calls for doing justice, loving kindness, and walking humbly with God.

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