Israeli Politics: Change Bloc's Promises Tested Amidst Netanyahu's Opposition Strategy
Translated & summarized from Maariv by baba
Members of Israel's "change bloc" are reportedly reneging on election promises, particularly concerning Haredi military draft exemptions, due to personal opposition to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The Likud party anticipates the government's collapse within months, believing this will lead to a large right-wing victory. Gadi Eisenkot is reportedly concerned about Avigdor Lieberman's influence, while Naftali Bennett's future role remains uncertain. The political maneuvering highlights a broader trend of politicians prioritizing personal agendas over campaign pledges.
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- The "change bloc" is reportedly abandoning election promises, prioritizing opposition to Netanyahu over pledges.
- Likud anticipates the current Israeli government's collapse within months, expecting a right-wing victory.
- Gadi Eisenkot reportedly fears Avigdor Lieberman's growing influence within the political landscape.
- Haredi parties are focused on securing exemptions from military service, a key election issue.
- The article suggests politicians often make promises they do not intend to keep.
The "change bloc" is reportedly abandoning election promises, particularly regarding the exemption of Haredi men from military service, prioritizing personal animosity towards Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over campaign pledges. This shift is occurring as the Likud party anticipates the current government's collapse, believing patience will ultimately benefit the right-wing. During the swearing-in ceremony of the 26th Knesset, a newly sworn-in member of the change bloc was overheard expressing a desire to oust Netanyahu. Meanwhile, Haredi parties are focused on securing exemption from the draft, and members of the Joint List demonstratively left the plenum during the national anthem.
Concerns have been raised within the change bloc, with Gadi Eisenkot reportedly fearing Avigdor Lieberman's influence. The article speculates whether Eisenkot will regain control of the situation or if Naftali Bennett might eventually reconcile with Netanyahu, seeking to mend his past with the Likud. The coming days are expected to provide clarity on these developments, reinforcing the notion that politicians make promises but do not guarantee their fulfillment.
The Likud party, confident in its long-term strategy, believes the current government will disintegrate within months. They plan to persuade Haredi parties that the draft law will eventually backfire, potentially leading to judicial decisions detrimental to their interests. If unable to prevent the Haredi parties' move, the Likud intends to wait in opposition for the government's inevitable collapse, predicting a significant right-wing victory in subsequent elections. The article also notes the potential return of foreign support for the left, which may diminish, and highlights the perceived threat of terrorism supporters within the government and parliament as reasons for the right's eventual success.
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