Feldstein Case Allegedly Fuels Netanyahu-Winter Feud
Translated & summarized from JDN by baba
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is reportedly in a significant dispute with Ofer Winter, a situation allegedly stemming from the Eli Feldstein affair. Netanyahu's associates allegedly wanted lawyer Amit Haddad to represent Feldstein, but Winter intervened, advising Feldstein's father to hire a different lawyer, Oded Saburai. This intervention reportedly caused a rift between Netanyahu and Winter, impacting the political landscape.
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- Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is reportedly in a dispute with Ofer Winter.
- The conflict is allegedly linked to the Eli Feldstein affair and Feldstein's legal representation.
- Winter reportedly advised Feldstein's father against hiring lawyer Amit Haddad.
- Feldstein's father instead hired lawyer Oded Saburai based on Winter's recommendation.
- The situation may explain a deep lack of trust between Netanyahu and Winter.
Questions are arising within the political sphere regarding Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's stance towards Ofer Winter, particularly given claims that Winter's potential candidacy could benefit Netanyahu and the right-wing bloc. Senior ministers and individuals close to the Prime Minister are reportedly questioning the intensity of Netanyahu's opposition to Winter. However, a recent report suggests the conflict extends beyond Winter's alleged ties to Avigdor Lieberman and is linked to the "Build" affair and the arrest of former Prime Minister's spokesperson Eli Feldstein.
According to the report, individuals in Netanyahu's circle sought to have lawyer Amit Haddad represent Feldstein. Feldstein's father reportedly refused this arrangement, influenced by Ofer Winter, a friend and former commander of Feldstein. Winter allegedly advised Feldstein's father that his son needed a lawyer focused on his interests, not Netanyahu's, and suggested he prioritize his son's well-being over his "boss's."
Following Winter's counsel, Feldstein's father allegedly agreed and hired lawyer Oded Saburai. If these allegations are accurate, this situation could explain the deep mistrust between Netanyahu and Winter.
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