Netanyahu's Life Will Change If He Loses Power, Claims Ex-Advisor
Translated & summarized from Srugim by baba
Former advisor Nir Hefetz claims Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's circle is in panic over the possibility of Gadi Eisenkot forming the next government. Hefetz stated that Netanyahu's personal and legal life would drastically change if he loses power, including daily court appearances for his trial. He believes Netanyahu's push for a unity government is a tactic to preserve his political standing and alliances. Hefetz highlighted Eisenkot's strong position and credibility as key factors in the current political pressure.
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- Nir Hefetz claims Netanyahu's circle is panicking over Gadi Eisenkot potentially forming the next government.
- Hefetz stated Netanyahu's personal and legal life would drastically change if he loses power.
- The former advisor believes Netanyahu's call for a unity government is a tactic to preserve his standing.
- Hefetz highlighted Eisenkot's strong position and credibility as key factors in the political pressure.
- He suggested Lieberman's behavior stems from an assurance from Eisenkot.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's circle is experiencing severe panic over the possibility that Gadi Eisenkot, leader of 'Yesh!', could form the next government, according to state witness and former advisor Nir Hefetz. Speaking on Radio 103fm, Hefetz described the tense atmosphere at the Prime Minister's residence, suggesting panic influences Netanyahu's decision-making. He speculated that Netanyahu would struggle with a loss of status, envisioning him in opposition while Eisenkot leads a convoy, and predicted a breakdown for Netanyahu, his wife Sara, and son Yair.
Hefetz detailed urgent calls between Sara and Yair Netanyahu, characterizing the situation as palpable panic when Netanyahu's personal standing is threatened. He also asserted that the fall of the government would dramatically impact Netanyahu's ongoing criminal trial, forcing him to attend court daily. Hefetz believes Netanyahu's call for a unity government is primarily a tactic to halt this momentum and preserve his alliance with ultra-Orthodox parties, suggesting he would concede more if Eisenkot negotiates a unity government, potentially with concessions like a "French law" for a rotating premiership.
Hefetz emphasized that facing Eisenkot, who he claims is unafraid of Netanyahu and possesses significant credibility, alters the political dynamic. This, he argued, explains the heightened pressure within the Likud compared to the Bennett-Lapid government era. Hefetz also suggested that Eisenkot's standing gives him leverage with potential partners, including Avigdor Lieberman, implying Lieberman's current behavior stems from a quiet assurance from Eisenkot.
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