Vinter Rips Up Oslo Accords, Declares War on Netanyahu's Policies
Translated & summarized from Now 14 by baba
Ofer Vinter, head of the Am Ech Israel party, presented an 18-point security plan opposing a Palestinian state and advocating for emigration from Gaza. He criticized Prime Minister Netanyahu for legitimizing a Palestinian state and dramatically tore up documents, declaring the Oslo Accords void. Vinter also called for decisive wars and the establishment of a national information ministry led by Yosef Haddad. The speech took place amid controversy over statements made by other members of Vinter's party.
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- Ofer Vinter presented an 18-point security plan opposing a Palestinian state and advocating for emigration from Gaza.
- Vinter accused Prime Minister Netanyahu of legitimizing a Palestinian state and tore up documents, declaring the Oslo Accords void.
- He called for decisive wars, emphasizing territorial price-gouging and the need for Israeli fighters to be prioritized over enemy civilians.
- Vinter announced plans to establish a national information ministry led by Yosef Haddad to combat hostile narratives.
- The speech occurred amid controversy over past statements by members of Vinter's Am Ech Israel party.
- Vinter addressed the conscription issue, demanding equal responsibility for national security from all sectors.
Ofer Vinter, head of the Am Ech Israel party, unveiled an 18-point security plan on Thursday, vehemently opposing a Palestinian state and advocating for territorial price-gouging and encouraging emigration from Gaza. Speaking at the International Institute for Counter-Terrorism, Vinter launched a sharp critique against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, accusing him of legitimizing a Palestinian state despite public denials. Vinter dramatically tore up documents on stage, declaring the Oslo Accords defunct.
Vinter also criticized the security establishment's leadership, recounting his personal experience on October 7th, where he felt the state collapsed for several hours. He blamed a long-standing "containment concept" and a refusal to heed warnings from Hamas and Hezbollah for the security failures. He presented a document he claims Netanyahu agreed to, which included provisions for "reliable progress toward self-determination and a Palestinian state."
Regarding military strategy, Vinter argued that Israel should have imposed a different reality on Hamas, suggesting a siege and forceful eviction of the population. He emphasized that "territorial price-gouging is the main thing that wins a war" in the Middle East. Vinter stated that the only victory in Gaza is "emigration," regretting that the opportunity was missed when former US President Donald Trump pushed for it.
Looking ahead, Vinter warned of potential attacks from Judea and Samaria, demanding the immediate disarmament of the Palestinian Authority. He called for short, decisive wars, asserting that "our fighters are always before the enemy's civilians" and that the IDF should not be burdened by unnecessary moral restrictions. Vinter also announced his intention to establish a government-funded national information ministry led by activist Yosef Haddad to combat hostile narratives.
Domestically, Vinter addressed the conscription issue, sending a message to United Torah Judaism Chairman Yitzhak Goldknopf that all sectors must share the burden of national security. He vowed to enact legislation ensuring those who serve the country receive benefits, while those who do not, will not. Vinter concluded by stating that to prevent future wars, Israel must prove it can win today, as the equation has changed.
The speech occurred amidst political controversy surrounding his party, with past statements from two members, including calls for a Palestinian state, resurfacing. Vinter expressed full support for Haddad, who had previously expressed support for a two-state solution but later stated he opposes a Palestinian state.
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