Bennett Clarifies Remarks on Netanyahu After Outcry
Translated & summarized from Srugim by baba
Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett caused a stir by suggesting Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu could serve as a minister, but not premier. Critics like Gadi Eisenkot and Yair Golan rejected the idea. Bennett clarified he holds Netanyahu responsible for the October 7th events and will not sit with him, calling his earlier statement an illustration of absurdity. He predicted a government change within two weeks.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- Former PM Naftali Bennett suggested Netanyahu could be a minister, sparking backlash.
- Bennett clarified he holds Netanyahu responsible for the October 7th massacre.
- Bennett stated he will not sit with Netanyahu in any government configuration.
- Bennett called his earlier remarks an illustration of absurdity.
- Bennett predicted the current government will be replaced in two weeks.
- Yair Golan stated, "We will not sit with them. Period."
Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett on Sunday sparked controversy with comments suggesting Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu could serve as a minister in a future government, but not as prime minister. The remarks drew sharp criticism from members of the "Change bloc," including Gadi Eisenkot and Yair Golan, who stated such a scenario would not happen.
Bennett responded to the backlash, urging calm and reiterating his stance. "I have said a thousand times that Netanyahu bears direct and personal responsibility for the October 7 massacre and therefore must go home," he stated. "We will not sit with him in any constellation." He clarified that his earlier remarks were intended to highlight an "absurdity," pointing to Netanyahu's opposition to conscription, state inquiry commissions, and a constitution for Israel.
Bennett expressed optimism about a change in government, stating, "In two weeks, we will replace this terrible government and begin a swift repair of the country." Yair Golan, also commenting on the matter, firmly stated, "We will not sit with them. Period."
