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Netanyahu's Election Strategy May Focus on Blocking Rivals, Not Majority
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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud party is reportedly targeting 55 to 56 seats in upcoming elections, aiming to block rivals from forming a government rather than securing a majority. Officials believe this strategy could involve recruiting former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett as a coalition partner. The party's main goal is to prevent the opposition from governing, even if Netanyahu cannot form his own government. Another election could also weaken opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot's prospects.
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- Likud officials are reportedly discussing a 55-56 seat target to block rivals, not achieve a 61-seat majority.
- The strategy aims to prevent Netanyahu's opponents from forming a government.
- Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett is seen as a potential coalition partner.
- No talks have occurred between Netanyahu's representatives and Bennett.
- Another election could weaken opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot's standing.
- Netanyahu's primary goal is to prevent the opposition from governing.
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