Netanyahu Calls for National Unity Government in Knesset Address
Translated & summarized from JDN by baba
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called for a national unity government in a Knesset address, stating it is "necessary and possible." He cited examples of public unity, including support for bereaved families and an injured MK. Netanyahu pledged to continue efforts to achieve consensus and unity.
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- Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called for a national unity government in the Knesset.
- Netanyahu stated that broad unity is "necessary and possible" for Israel.
- He cited examples of public solidarity during the Knesset swearing-in ceremony.
- The Prime Minister mentioned support for bereaved parents Taliq Gawaili and Shira Shapira.
- He also referenced support for MK Elisha Madaan, who was injured in battle.
- Netanyahu pledged to continue working towards agreements and unity.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delivered a public appeal in the Knesset plenum on Tuesday, calling on all factions to form a national unity government. Netanyahu emphasized that broad unity is both "necessary and possible," citing the Israeli public's demonstrated ability to unite during challenging times.
As an example of national solidarity, the Prime Minister pointed to events during the Knesset's swearing-in ceremony. He noted that all members of the house refrained from applause and instead cheered for Taliq Gawaili and Shira Shapira, who lost their sons, and for Member of Knesset Elisha Madaan, who was injured in battle. Netanyahu stated that this spirit of fighting and mutual responsibility, shoulder to shoulder, has been evident on the battlefield and within aid organizations across all segments of the population.
Concluding his remarks, Netanyahu affirmed his intention to continue working towards agreements and uniting ranks. "I will continue to extend a hand until heart meets heart, until hand meets hand, it is possible," he stated.
