Ex-Likud Minister Calls to Form Government With Arab Parties
Translated & summarized from Srugim by baba
Former minister Dan Meridor is calling for the formation of a government that includes Arab parties, stating that Arabs are not enemies and coexistence is possible. He joined other public figures in urging opposition leaders to consider cooperating with Arab citizen parties to establish an alternative government. The signatories believe this collaboration, though complex, can lead to a more humane and democratic Israel. They argue that the alternative to such a government is far more dangerous.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Former minister Dan Meridor urged cooperation with Arab parties to form a government.
- Meridor stated Arabs are not enemies and that coexistence is possible.
- He joined dozens of former officials in a letter to opposition leaders.
- The letter advocates for considering collaboration with Arab citizen parties.
- Signatories believe this partnership can create a more humane and democratic Israel.
Former minister Dan Meridor has urged Gabi Ashkenazi to act swiftly to establish a government, proposing cooperation with Arab parties. Meridor stated that Arabs are not enemies and that coexistence is possible, opposing the outright rejection of these parties and advocating for negotiations. He joined dozens of former ministers, Knesset members, and public figures in signing a letter to opposition party leaders, urging them not to rule out collaboration with Arab citizen parties in forming an alternative government. The signatories emphasized that while such cooperation would be complex, it could advance Israel and foster a more humane, democratic nation committed to security and peace, arguing that the alternative is significantly more dangerous. The letter concluded by stating that the signatories now have the opportunity to demonstrate leadership, courage, and determination to realize hope and vision.
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