Avigdor Lieberman Quietly Builds Young Right-Wing Team to Lead Israeli Bloc

Avigdor Lieberman is strategically reshaping Israeli right-wing politics by quietly assembling a young, dynamic team within his party, Israel Beytenu, aiming to lead the right-wing bloc in upcoming elections. While public attention focuses on figures like Naftali Bennett, Gadi Eizenkot, and the secondary Likud faction, Lieberman has adopted a centralized leadership style similar to Yair Lapid's Yesh Atid, personally making all key decisions and presenting a clear platform that Israel Beytenu will only partner with Zionist parties.

This approach marks a significant transformation for Israel Beytenu, which historically represented a specific sector but now positions itself as a broader Israeli party. Lieberman’s method contrasts with ongoing debates among right-wing politicians about who holds the strongest security stance or the best candidate list, as he quietly consolidates power and sets clear political goals.

Amid this political maneuvering, the article raises a pointed question to all 120 Knesset members: what have they done to address the high cost of living? It highlights the ongoing struggle with economic issues in Israel, noting that while security remains the top priority due to ongoing threats, many politicians focus more on primaries, media presence, and personal advancement than on tackling monopolies and economic burdens faced by ordinary Israelis.

The piece also reflects on the author’s personal return to ballet after 25 years, drawing a metaphor about persistence and passion, but the core political message remains focused on Lieberman’s quiet but effective strategy to renew the right-wing camp and address pressing national issues like cost of living ahead of the 2026 elections.