Minister Ben-Gvir Rejects Netanyahu's Unity Government Call

Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has publicly opposed Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's call for a national unity government, stating that such a coalition would lead to paralysis. Speaking on Radio 103fm on Sunday, Ben-Gvir argued that a unity government "will not lead us anywhere" and would result in a "government of paralysis."

Netanyahu had previously urged the formation of a unity government, emphasizing the need for national unity and stating it was "the will of the people and the need of the hour." He expressed concern about a potential government relying on what he termed "supporters of terrorism," arguing that such a government could not effectively combat Hamas, protect Israel's Jewish character, or defend soldiers in Gaza and Lebanon. He warned that without a unity government, "Israel simply will not survive."

Netanyahu's proposed unity government would include all parties from the "national camp" and invited "Zionist parties" to join. He believes this broader coalition could counter the Iranian nuclear threat, preserve Israel as a Jewish state, and foster unity.

Separately, Ben-Gvir also reiterated his belief that the recent elections were "rigged" and "stolen," alleging interference in prisons and the transfer of information to the Joint List through lawyers. He expressed hope that the "change bloc" would not pass the electoral threshold.