Arab Party Entry to Government Not Discussed with Eizenkot, Says Local Leader
Hatem Shibli, head of the Shibli Umm al-Ghanam local council, stated that he did not hear Benny Gantz's associate, Gadi Eizenkot, discuss the inclusion of Arab parties in the upcoming government. Shibli clarified that the topic was not raised at all during a meeting between Eizenkot and heads of Bedouin councils in northern Israel.
Speaking on the program 'On the Agenda' with Nader Abu Tamer, Shibli emphasized his priority as a council head is serving his constituents and cooperating with any minister who can provide assistance, regardless of their political affiliation. He invoked the Arabic proverb, "He who marries my mother is my uncle," to illustrate that the public's interest comes first.
Shibli's remarks address speculation surrounding potential alliances and the role of Arab political parties in the future government, particularly following meetings with prominent political figures.
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