Ex-Lawmaker Predicts Surprise Double-Digit Gains for Ben-Gvir's Party
Translated & summarized from Srugim by baba
Former Knesset member Oren Hazan predicted that Itamar Ben-Gvir's Otzma Yehudit party would be the surprise of the election, potentially winning a strong double-digit number of seats. Hazan based his forecast on his observations from the ground. This prediction emerged as the Likud party assured Ben-Gvir that he would be part of a future Netanyahu-led government, regardless of his party's performance.
The story in 4 lines · by baba
- Former MK Oren Hazan predicts Itamar Ben-Gvir's party will be the election surprise with double-digit seats.
- Hazan's forecast is based on his observations from the ground, not polling data.
- The Likud party assured Ben-Gvir of a place in a future Netanyahu government.
- Likud questioned Ben-Gvir's statements, calling them a 'bluff' on election day.
Former Knesset member Oren Hazan predicted on Tuesday, the day of the general election, that Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir's Otzma Yehudit party could be the surprise of the election, potentially securing a significant double-digit number of Knesset seats. Hazan shared his forecast on social media platform X, stating, "The rain is coming. And with it, the mandates." He clarified that his prediction was based on his observations from the ground and not on any polling data, adding, "From what I see on the street, Ben-Gvir is the surprise of the election with a strong double-digit!"
Hazan's forecast comes as the Likud party sent a message to Ben-Gvir earlier on election day, assuring him that his place in a future government led by Benjamin Netanyahu was not in doubt. The Likud message questioned Ben-Gvir's repeated statements, saying, "Itamar, how many times will you repeat the bluff? You will pass the electoral threshold anyway, be part of our strong right-wing government led by Netanyahu, and we will continue to work together for the State of Israel."
