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Eisenkot Backs MK Peretz Amid Coalition Row, Denounces Anti-Arab Campaign
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Yashar chairman MK Gadi Eisenkot publicly supported MK Elisaf Peretz amid coalition talks involving Arab parties, denouncing threats against Peretz and his family. Eisenkot also condemned a "racist and violent campaign" against Arab Israelis, blaming the outgoing prime minister. He warned of complex weeks ahead as he works to form a stable government, emphasizing the need for oversight and prioritizing national security.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- MK Gadi Eisenkot backed MK Elisaf Peretz amid coalition tensions over Arab party involvement.
- Eisenkot condemned threats against Yashar MKs and their families as a "venomous and ugly campaign."
- Elisaf Peretz's mother, Miriam Peretz, stated her son would leave the government if it included Arab parties.
- Eisenkot denounced a "racist and violent campaign of delegitimization" against Arab Israelis.
- He warned of "complex and important weeks ahead" in forming a stable government.
- Eisenkot met with PM Netanyahu to discuss the security situation during the transition.
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