Lieberman Rejects National Unity Government Proposal, Calls it a 'Disaster'
Translated & summarized from Panet by baba
Avigdor Lieberman, leader of Yisrael Beiteinu, rejected proposals for a national unity government after the upcoming elections, calling it a "disaster." He stated opposition parties can form a majority government and criticized Benjamin Netanyahu's focus on power. The President's office denied reports that Isaac Herzog is currently working on forming a unity government, stating such discussions will occur after election results are known.
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- Avigdor Lieberman called a national unity government a "disaster" and a "paralyzed government."
- Lieberman stated opposition parties can form the next government with a clear majority.
- He criticized Benjamin Netanyahu, saying his sole focus is power, not security.
- Lieberman asserted Netanyahu cannot even be a regional cooperation minister.
- The President's office denied Isaac Herzog is currently discussing unity government formations.
- Discussions on government composition will occur after election results are announced.
Avigdor Lieberman, leader of the Yisrael Beiteinu party and a Knesset member, stated that opposition parties would be able to form the next government with a stable and clear majority. Lieberman made these remarks at a conference organized by Yedioth Ahronoth and Ynet, ahead of the 26th Knesset elections scheduled for October 27, 2026.
Addressing reports about President Isaac Herzog's efforts to form a national unity government after the elections, Lieberman described such a move as a "disaster for generations" and a "paralyzed government." He criticized Benjamin Netanyahu, asserting that Netanyahu is solely focused on power and not on security or other issues. Lieberman declared that Netanyahu cannot even serve as a minister for regional cooperation in the next government.
Regarding the premiership, Lieberman stated, "We will decide this the day after the elections, but first, we must win."
The President's office, however, strongly denied reports about Herzog's intentions regarding the formation of the next government. A statement from the President's office clarified that Herzog has not discussed forming a unity government with any candidate or Knesset member. The statement emphasized that the President is not currently preoccupied with the composition of any government, and this matter will be addressed during consultations at the President's residence after the election results are announced.
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