Lieberman Rejects Unity Talks with Netanyahu, Sets Government Conditions
Translated & summarized from Maariv by baba
Avigdor Lieberman rejected an offer from Likud to unite with Benjamin Netanyahu, instead supporting Gadi Eisenkot to form a government. Lieberman is willing to compromise to avoid new elections but refuses to rely on Arab parties that do not recognize Hamas as a terror group. His conditions for government include stability, a budget, and judicial review-proof conscription laws, alongside a commission of inquiry into the October 7th events.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Avigdor Lieberman rejected Likud's unity proposal with Benjamin Netanyahu.
- Lieberman supports Gadi Eisenkot for government formation.
- He refuses to form a government dependent on Arab parties.
- Lieberman demands a conscription law that passes judicial review.
- He calls for a state commission of inquiry into the October 7th massacre.
Sources within the Likud party approached Avigdor Lieberman, chairman of Yisrael Beiteinu, in an attempt to foster unity with Benjamin Netanyahu, but were met with refusal. Lieberman rejected the overtures and continues to support Gadi Eisenkot for the formation of the government. While expressing willingness for compromises to prevent further elections, Lieberman stated he would not agree to a government reliant on Arab parties, particularly if they do not define Hamas as a terrorist organization. He believes such a government would lack stability and could lead to Netanyahu's return to power with greater strength.
Lieberman outlined his conditions for government formation, emphasizing the need for a stable government that can serve a full term, pass a budget, and approve regulations for Judea and Samaria. He also stressed the importance of a conscription law that would withstand High Court of Justice scrutiny. His agenda for the new Knesset includes replacing the Speaker, electing a State Comptroller, limiting the Prime Minister to two terms, and later repealing "judicial revolution" laws. Additionally, he demands the first government decision be the establishment of a state commission of inquiry into the October 7th massacre.
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