Netanyahu May Drop Allies to Secure Premiership Amid Election Strategy Shift
Translated & summarized from Maariv by baba
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is changing his election strategy to appeal directly to voters of smaller right-wing parties, encouraging them to vote for larger parties to ensure they cross the electoral threshold. This shift comes as Netanyahu reportedly considers dropping allies like Itamar Ben-Gvir to form a unity government and secure his premiership. The prospect of Gadi Eisenkot joining such a government is seen as unlikely.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Benjamin Netanyahu is shifting election strategy to appeal directly to voters of smaller right-wing parties.
- Netanyahu may drop allies like Itamar Ben-Gvir to form a unity government.
- The Prime Minister aims to maximize votes within his own political bloc.
- Netanyahu published a Facebook message urging voters to support parties likely to enter the Knesset.
- Gadi Eisenkot joining a Netanyahu-led government is considered unlikely.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is reportedly shifting his election strategy, focusing on appealing directly to voters of smaller right-wing parties rather than trying to persuade their leaders to withdraw. This change comes after initial attempts to convince these smaller parties to disband failed. Netanyahu believes the key to victory lies in maximizing votes within his own bloc, potentially by encouraging their supporters to vote for larger parties like Likud, Religious Zionism, or Otzma Yehudit, which have a better chance of entering the Knesset.
Amidst this strategic pivot, there is speculation that Netanyahu might be willing to part ways with current political partners, such as Itamar Ben-Gvir, to form a unity government that would ensure his continued tenure as Prime Minister. This consideration is reportedly secondary to his primary goal of remaining in power, even if it means severing ties with existing allies.
Netanyahu has also published a lengthy message on Facebook, warning against a scenario where smaller parties fail to cross the electoral threshold. The message, however, is now directly targeting their potential voters, urging them to cast their ballots for parties with a realistic chance of entering the Knesset to prevent wasted votes.
Meanwhile, the possibility of Gadi Eisenkot joining a Netanyahu-led government to provide the necessary majority appears unlikely at this stage. The overarching assessment is that Netanyahu's main priority is maintaining his position as Prime Minister, potentially at the cost of his current political alliances.
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