Netanyahu Confidant Reveals Difficult Conversation With Prime Minister
Translated & summarized from Srugim by baba
Lior Ketzav, a confidant of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, revealed a personal conversation where Netanyahu questioned his leadership. Ketzav also doubted opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot's ability to form a government, citing lack of support. He defended Sara and Yair Netanyahu's public statements, attributing them to concern for the country.
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- Prime Minister Netanyahu questioned his own leadership in a private conversation with confidant Lior Ketzav.
- Ketzav believes Gadi Eisenkot will fail to form a government due to coalition challenges.
- Ketzav stated Netanyahu is uniquely positioned to handle security threats and Iran.
- Ketzav defended Sara Netanyahu's right to express opinions on national security matters.
- Ketzav acknowledged Yair Netanyahu's concern for Israel, despite disagreeing with his style.
Lior Ketzav, former mayor of Kiryat Malachi and a close associate of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, revealed details of a personal and difficult conversation he had with the Prime Minister. Speaking on 103fm radio, Ketzav recounted a late-night discussion where Netanyahu, in a moment of candor, questioned his role, asking, "Lior, why do I need all this?" Ketzav responded by emphasizing the nation's need for him, to which Netanyahu replied that he is the only one capable of confronting security threats and Iran.
Ketzav also expressed skepticism about Gadi Eisenkot's ability to form a government, particularly with the current proposed coalition. He argued that Eisenkot could not rely on the support of Arab parties deemed to support terrorism and would lack sufficient backing from Jewish parties. Ketzav specifically mentioned that MKs Meir Porush and Elikim Stern from United Torah Judaism would be hesitant to join a government led by Eisenkot.
Addressing the public statements made by Sara and Yair Netanyahu against members of the "change bloc," Ketzav defended Sara Netanyahu's right to express her opinions on national matters due to her deep concern for Israel's security and her constant proximity to the Prime Minister. Regarding Yair Netanyahu, Ketzav described him as a young man who cares deeply about the country and expresses his views, acknowledging that while he doesn't always agree with Yair's style or statements, he understands his perspective given his experiences.
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