Lieberman Accuses Eisenkot of Planning Unity Government with Netanyahu
Translated & summarized from Maariv by baba
Avigdor Lieberman, chairman of Yisrael Beiteinu, accused Gadi Eisenkot of planning a unity government with Benjamin Netanyahu. Lieberman stressed his party's consistent stance on conscription and refusal to join coalitions dependent on Arab parties. He asserted that Yisrael Beiteinu will not compromise its principles and aims to replace the current government with a "Zionist, liberal, and responsible leadership" after the October 27th elections.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Avigdor Lieberman accused Gadi Eisenkot of planning a unity government with Benjamin Netanyahu.
- Lieberman stated Yisrael Beiteinu will not join a coalition dependent on Arab parties after October 7th.
- Yisrael Beiteinu has consistently advocated for universal conscription since 2019, according to Lieberman.
- Lieberman dismissed claims that his party's stances are meant to obstruct Eisenkot's government formation.
- Lieberman expressed confidence in winning the upcoming October 27th elections with a "Zionist, liberal, and responsible leadership."
Avigdor Lieberman, chairman of the Yisrael Beiteinu party, claimed that Gadi Eisenkot is planning to form a unity government with Benjamin Netanyahu, similar to Benny Gantz's approach. Lieberman stated that the "four bloc parties must achieve a solid majority that will prevent Eisenkot from saving Netanyahu for the second time." He emphasized Yisrael Beiteinu's consistent stance on conscription, asserting that their refusal to join a coalition in 2019, despite pressures and temptations, was due to the conscription law. Lieberman dismissed claims that his party's positions are intended to "thwart the establishment of a government headed by Eisenkot," insisting that Yisrael Beiteinu does not change its principles based on polls or coalition negotiations.
Lieberman reiterated his firm position against relying on Arab parties in a coalition, stating that since the October 7th massacre, Yisrael Beiteinu will not sit in a coalition dependent on Ra'am or the Joint List, either directly or indirectly. He declared, "Whoever wants to form a government and rely on Kasif and Hajirat - be my guest. Yisrael Beiteinu will not be there."
He further criticized what he perceived as personal ambition over a genuine desire for change, stating, "After four years of a government of draft dodgers, after a difficult war on so many fronts, and after the heavy price we paid, we must not miss the opportunity to replace the worst government in the history of the State of Israel." Lieberman expressed his belief in the Israeli public's desire for "Zionist, liberal, and responsible leadership" that prioritizes those who serve, work, and bear the burden, concluding that his party will win on October 27th.
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