Lieberman Warns Against Minority Government, Predicts Netanyahu Landslide
Translated & summarized from Srugim by baba
Avigdor Lieberman, chairman of Yisrael Beiteinu, warned against forming a minority government, calling it a dangerous trap that would lead to instability and new elections. He predicted that such a scenario could result in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu returning to power with 70 mandates. Lieberman stressed the need for a Zionist government and rejected aligning with parties that do not uphold clear Zionist principles.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Avigdor Lieberman warned a minority government is a dangerous trap leading to instability.
- Lieberman predicted Benjamin Netanyahu could win 70 mandates in new elections.
- He called for a Zionist government composed solely of Zionist parties.
- Lieberman stated the Israeli public has shifted rightward since October 7th.
- He refused to align with those who define Hamas as a charity organization.
Avigdor Lieberman, chairman of the Yisrael Beiteinu party, expressed concerns about the upcoming political landscape in an interview with 103fm radio. He emphasized the need for a "Zionist government" composed solely of Zionist parties, warning that a minority government would be a "dangerous trap" and inherently unstable.
Lieberman argued that following the events of October 7th, the Israeli public has shifted rightward. He believes that to secure victory for the "serving bloc" over the "evading bloc" in elections, parties must attract three to four mandates from opposing blocs.
He cautioned against compromises in the future government's structure, stating that a minority government would quickly lead to new elections, potentially resulting in Benjamin Netanyahu returning with a significant majority. "You return Bibi and company with 70 mandates," he predicted.
Lieberman also clarified his stance on potential political partners, rejecting any reliance on those who do not align with a clear Zionist path. He specifically stated, "Therefore, whoever wants to rely on someone who defines Hamas as a charity organization, let them do it. I will not."
