Netanyahu Draws Line on Key Ministries Ahead of Elections
Translated & summarized from Srugim by baba
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that the Ministry of National Security will remain with the Likud party if he wins the upcoming elections. He also indicated that the Defense and Justice ministries would stay under Likud's control. Netanyahu's comments were made during an election rally in Acre and come amid reported tensions with current National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu plans to keep the National Security Ministry for Likud.
- Netanyahu also stated Defense and Justice ministries will remain with Likud.
- The Prime Minister made his remarks at an election rally in Acre.
- His comments signal a firm message to potential right-wing coalition partners.
- Tensions exist between Netanyahu and current National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared his intention to keep the Ministry of National Security within the Likud party should he be re-elected. Speaking at an election rally in Acre, Netanyahu reiterated his stance that key ministries, including Defense and Justice, would also remain under Likud's control and not be transferred to coalition partners. This firm message to his right-wing partners signals his approach to the distribution of senior and influential portfolios following the upcoming elections.
Netanyahu's remarks come amid ongoing tensions between him and Itamar Ben-Gvir, the current Minister of National Security and chairman of the Otzma Yehudit party. The Prime Minister's clear delineation of ministerial control appears to set boundaries for coalition negotiations.
