Political Commentator Amit Segal Accuses Likud Candidate Nir Barkat of Election Law Violation

Political commentator Amit Segal criticized Likud candidate and minister Nir Barkat for allegedly violating election laws during his primary campaign. Segal stated that Barkat launched a campaign worth nearly one million shekels, which he described as a blatant breach of the primary election regulations. Segal also referenced the possibility of legal action through the "Defamation Lawsuit Fund 12" if necessary. This accusation comes amid ongoing tensions following a News 12 report that claimed Barkat attempted to oust Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu after the events of October 7. Barkat has repeatedly accused News 12 of personal persecution due to the defamation lawsuit fund he manages against the outlet.