Netanyahu Reportedly Pledges Cabinet Role to Channel 14 Commentator Yaakov Bardugo
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reportedly promised Yaakov Bardugo, a commentator for Channel 14 and a candidate on the Likud party's Knesset list, a government position and potential membership in the Security Cabinet in the next government. The report from Walla news outlet does not specify Bardugo's exact role in the cabinet, leaving open the possibility he could be a full member or an observer.
This potential appointment gains significance due to Bardugo's strong criticisms of the military leadership, including IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir, during the ongoing war. He has repeatedly attacked the war's management and the conduct of senior security officials.
Bardugo has previously been linked to other potential ministerial roles, including Justice Minister and Communications Minister. He has stated he would accept the Justice portfolio if offered.
However, the Likud party has denied that any government positions have been allocated. A party statement asserted, "Prime Minister Netanyahu has not dealt and is not dealing with the distribution of roles before the elections."
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