Winter Slams Ben-Gvir Over Refusal to Sign Surplus Vote Agreement
Translated & summarized from Now 14 by baba
Ofer Winter's "Am Israel" party fiercely criticized Itamar Ben-Gvir's Otzma Yehudit party after Ben-Gvir refused to sign a surplus vote agreement, calling Winter "Bennett 2." Winter's party accused Ben-Gvir of prioritizing politics over the right-wing bloc's fate and engaging in internal conflict. The refusal leaves Otzma Yehudit isolated as the deadline for electoral agreements nears, while Winter reportedly considers other offers.
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- Ofer Winter's "Am Israel" party attacked Itamar Ben-Gvir for refusing a surplus vote agreement.
- Ben-Gvir stated he would not sign with Winter, calling him "Bennett 2."
- Winter's party accused Ben-Gvir of throwing votes away and fighting "brothers" instead of "enemies."
- The dispute highlights electoral challenges for Otzma Yehudit as agreement deadlines approach.
- Winter is reportedly considering alternative surplus vote agreement offers.
The "Am Israel" party, led by Brigadier General (Res.) Ofer Winter, has sharply criticized Otzma Yehudit chairman Itamar Ben-Gvir for his refusal to sign a surplus vote agreement. The dispute erupted after Ben-Gvir tweeted that Winter is "Bennett 2" and therefore Otzma Yehudit would not sign a deal with him. Winter's party accused Ben-Gvir of prioritizing narrow political considerations over the critical state of the right-wing bloc, stating, "You just said these elections are fateful, and now you announce you'll throw votes in the trash."
"Am Israel" further lambasted Ben-Gvir's campaign tactics, claiming internal conflicts harm the entire bloc. "Instead of defeating enemies, you are busy in an unsuccessful attempt to eliminate brothers. It's no wonder so many right-wing people shy away from this path," the party stated.
The public exchange occurs as the deadline for signing electoral agreements approaches. While Likud and Religious Zionism have already secured surplus vote agreements, Otzma Yehudit finds itself isolated after Ben-Gvir's rejection of Winter. Winter has reportedly received alternative offers from other candidates, including Yoaz Hendel.
