Trump Opposes Ben-Gvir, Smotrich in Next Israeli Government
Summarized from The Jerusalem Post by baba
Former US President Donald Trump reportedly opposes Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich joining the next Israeli government, believing settler violence hinders his regional plans. Preliminary Israeli election results show a deadlock, with neither Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc nor the opposition reaching the 61 seats needed for a majority. Ben-Gvir's and Smotrich's parties combined are projected to win about 13 seats, potentially making them kingmakers in coalition talks.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Donald Trump opposes Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich joining the next Israeli government.
- US sources claim Trump believes settler violence undermines his regional vision.
- Preliminary Israeli election results indicate a political deadlock with no clear majority.
- Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc is projected to win 54 seats, opposition 49.
- Ben-Gvir's and Smotrich's parties are projected to win approximately 13 seats combined.
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