In-depth research and a series of surveys presented to the former prime minister predict that a party led by him will become the tip of the scales.

Bennett may take votes mainly from Lapid and Gantz - but also from the undecided segment, the overwhelming majority of whom are national religious.

His office refused to comment, but those around him said: "He intends to leave politics for a certain period of time."

Source: N12 News - Photo: Flash 90