Israeli MK Slams Netanyahu, Rules Out Unity Government
Translated & summarized from Srugim by baba
Member of Knesset Rafi Ben-Sitrit declared his party, Yisrael Beiteinu, will not join a government led by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Ben-Sitrit criticized Netanyahu's past dealings and stated his party aims to end Netanyahu's tenure. The remarks come amid coalition talks, with Gadi Eisenkot reportedly seeking a government with the "change bloc" and Ra'am, while Avigdor Lieberman has set conditions on potential alliances.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- MK Rafi Ben-Sitrit stated Yisrael Beiteinu will not join a government led by Benjamin Netanyahu.
- Ben-Sitrit criticized Netanyahu's past actions and urged caution for potential coalition partners.
- Yisrael Beiteinu aims to end Netanyahu's political era and form a stable government.
- Discussions involve Gadi Eisenkot potentially forming a government with the "change bloc" and Ra'am.
- Avigdor Lieberman expressed willingness to compromise on conscription but not with Arab party support.
Member of Knesset Rafi Ben-Sitrit of the Yisrael Beiteinu party stated on Sunday that his party will not join a government led by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Speaking on Radio 103FM, Ben-Sitrit criticized Netanyahu, suggesting he has a history of deceiving political partners. He urged anyone considering joining Netanyahu's government to remember past promises and experiences.
Ben-Sitrit emphasized that Yisrael Beiteinu's goal is to end Netanyahu's era and establish a stable four-year government focused on serving citizens, not on political survival. He asserted that his party would not be part of a government headed by Netanyahu.
The comments come amid discussions about forming a unity government that would include Gadi Eisenkot. Earlier, Barak Sari suggested that if Eisenkot had his way, a government comprising 48 mandates from the "change bloc" and 8 from Ra'am would have been formed the previous week. Meanwhile, Avigdor Lieberman has indicated a willingness to compromise with Haredi parties on the conscription law but opposes a government supported by Arab parties. Without Lieberman's support, Eisenkot would only have 60 Knesset seats.
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