Lieberman Unveils Plan to Oust Netanyahu Via Knesset Legislation

Avigdor Lieberman, chairman of the Yisrael Beiteinu party, has outlined a legislative strategy to remove Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu from office, to be implemented immediately after the swearing-in of the 26th Knesset. The plan's initial step involves replacing the current Knesset Speaker, Amir Ohana, with a new speaker. Following this, Lieberman intends to push for the swift passage of the "Accused Law," legislation designed to prevent individuals facing criminal indictment from serving as prime minister. "We must remove Bibi," Lieberman declared, emphasizing his commitment to changing the parliamentary leadership as a first move. He stated, "Immediately upon the swearing-in of the 26th Knesset, we will act to replace Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana and elect a new speaker." Lieberman further elaborated that after electing a new speaker, the "Accused Law" would be advanced through all three readings in the Knesset, concluding his proposed maneuver. Earlier on Thursday, Lieberman announced his refusal to support "any minority government, even for a transitional period." He posted on X that his party's stance is clear: they will form a coalition composed solely of "Zionist parties," adding that the Likud party, without Netanyahu, could be a significant partner. Lieberman expressed confidence that his bloc would secure a solid majority in the elections and indicated that he knows Likud members who understand the gravity of the situation and would be willing to join a Zionist coalition.