Yaakov Bardugo Condemns Yoav Horowitz's Loyalty Claims About Netanyahu

Yaakov Bardugo, a Channel 14 commentator, sharply criticized Yoav Horowitz, former chief of staff to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, following Horowitz's interview on Channel 12. Horowitz revealed that there was a demand from Netanyahu's household for staff loyalty oaths to the Netanyahu family. He recounted that when he raised this demand with Netanyahu, the prime minister told him to comply, but Horowitz refused, stating the form had no significance and should not be implemented.

Bardugo, who has known Horowitz for many years and is friendly with him, expressed disgust at Horowitz's interview, saying he felt ashamed for him due to what he described as a humiliating performance aimed at gaining acceptance in the left-wing camp. Bardugo also criticized Horowitz as a founder of the "Yashar" party, calling it a distorted version of the former IDF Chief of Staff Gadi Eisenkot's party. Bardugo questioned who would trust someone in a position of trust who betrays that trust, lamenting the loss of basic respect for such roles.

The exchange highlights internal tensions and controversies surrounding loyalty and trust within Netanyahu's circle, with Bardugo defending the integrity of the prime minister's office against Horowitz's claims. The dispute may influence public perceptions of Netanyahu's leadership and the political factions involved.