Ofer Winter Party Denies Reaching Out to Likud Amidst Political Tensions

The "Am Israel" party, associated with Ofer Winter, has vehemently denied claims made by a senior Likud official that the party approached Likud requesting an end to attacks. A statement from Am Israel described the report as a "complete lie," asserting that no representative from their party contacted Likud. The party suggests the report is an attempt to harm them, claiming their support is growing despite ongoing attacks.

According to the initial report from C14, the alleged request from Winter's camp stemmed from concerns that Am Israel was attracting voters primarily from the center, rather than from the right-wing bloc. This, the report suggested, was a strategic concern for Likud.

Am Israel further stated that the report aligns with "unsuccessful attempts to harm Am Israel." They reiterated that no one from their party contacted Likud to cease organized attacks, which they claim have only strengthened the party's position. The party attributes the Likud official's claims to pressure from Likud regarding Am Israel's continued growth, particularly as it draws voters disillusioned with Likud's performance over the past four years. These voters, they contend, are seeking change due to a lack of decisive action on key issues like voluntary immigration, judicial reform, and effective public diplomacy, and are finding a new political home with Am Israel.