Former PM Naftali Bennett Supports Netanyahu Leaving Politics Under Deal
Former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett gave a surprising interview on 103fm radio on Thursday, addressing his stance on sitting with current Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Bennett stated he is not an enemy of Netanyahu, recalling that he once admired and worked for him. However, he emphasized that after 30 years as prime minister, Netanyahu should move on, criticizing his leadership for taking the country in a negative direction.
When asked about supporting a pardon for Netanyahu without disgrace, Bennett responded that he would back such a deal if it involved Netanyahu leaving politics. He expressed reluctance to see a man nearing 80, who dedicated much of his life to Israel, end up in prison.
Bennett also outlined his future plans for governing Israel, particularly focusing on confronting organized crime in the Arab sector. He named three crime figures, Hariri, Jarushi, and Abu Latif, and vowed to dismantle their operations, declaring, "I am going to be your nightmare."
This interview adds a new dimension to Bennett's political positioning amid ongoing debates about Netanyahu's legal troubles and political future.
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