Former Netanyahu Ally Claims Loyalty Document Was Requested Amid Political Rift

A former close associate of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has revealed that he was asked to provide a loyalty document, highlighting internal tensions within the Likud party. The disclosure came amid ongoing political disputes and accusations involving Netanyahu’s family and opposition figures.

In response to the interview, the Likud party accused critics of seeking media attention by disparaging the Netanyahu family. The party specifically targeted Yoav Horowitz, noting his participation in the Kaplan protest as a clear indication of his political shift to the left. Likud further argued that the political moves and statements by figures like Horowitz and former IDF Chief of Staff Gadi Eizenkot demonstrate a continuation of the Kaplan protest’s agenda.

This exchange underscores the deepening political polarization in Israel, with Netanyahu’s supporters framing opposition voices as aligned with left-wing protests, while critics highlight demands for loyalty and internal party discipline. The situation reflects broader struggles over political identity and media influence ahead of upcoming elections.