Lieberman Rules Out Netanyahu, Minority Government
Translated & summarized from Arutz Sheva by baba
Yisrael Beiteinu Chairman Avigdor Lieberman announced his party will not join a government led by Benjamin Netanyahu or support a minority government. Lieberman aims to form a coalition of "Zionist parties" excluding Ra'am, the Joint List, Shas, and United Torah Judaism. He indicated a willingness to partner with the Likud if Netanyahu is not its leader, expressing confidence in forming a majority after the elections.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Avigdor Lieberman will not join a government led by Benjamin Netanyahu.
- Lieberman's party will not support a minority government, even temporarily.
- He aims to form a coalition exclusively with Zionist parties.
- Ra'am, Joint List, Shas, and United Torah Judaism would be excluded.
- Lieberman is open to partnering with Likud if Netanyahu is not its leader.
Avigdor Lieberman, chairman of the Yisrael Beiteinu party, declared on Thursday that his party will not join a government headed by Benjamin Netanyahu, nor will they support a minority government, even as a temporary solution. Lieberman outlined his vision for the next coalition, stating his intention to form a government composed solely of "Zionist parties." He specified that such a government would exclude Ra'am, the Joint List, Shas, and United Torah Judaism.
However, Lieberman left the door open for a partnership with the Likud party, provided Netanyahu is not its leader. He suggested that Likud, without Netanyahu, could be a significant partner in the coalition he aims to establish. Despite current poll numbers, Lieberman expressed confidence that a solid majority could be formed after the elections.
Lieberman claimed to know several Likud Knesset members who would be willing to join such a coalition and secure the necessary majority. He asserted that these lawmakers understand Netanyahu has made them "subcontractors for Goldknopf and Deri," and would therefore be prepared to join a move that enables coalition formation.
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