Liberman Criticizes Eisenkot Over Campaign Strategy, Minority Government Support
Summarized from Ynetnews by baba
Avigdor Liberman, chairman of Yisrael Beytenu, sharply criticized Gadi Eisenkot, leader of Yashar!, during a meeting on Saturday, accusing him of damaging the anti-Netanyahu bloc's electoral prospects. Liberman also questioned Eisenkot's choices for Knesset speaker. The confrontation comes as parties seek to form a government, with former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett endorsing Eisenkot. President Isaac Herzog will begin consultations on Wednesday, and Eisenkot is expected to receive more recommendations than Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, though coalition formation remains uncertain.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- Avigdor Liberman accused Gadi Eisenkot of harming the anti-Netanyahu bloc's electoral chances.
- Liberman also questioned Eisenkot's ability to select qualified candidates for Knesset speaker.
- Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett endorsed Eisenkot for prime minister, boosting his chances.
- President Isaac Herzog will begin consultations on Wednesday to assign the mandate to form a government.
- Eisenkot is expected to receive more presidential recommendations than Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
- Liberman has refused to cooperate with Arab parties, complicating coalition efforts.
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