Hili Tropper Rules Out Joining Netanyahu Government Citing Principles

Hili Tropper, chairman of the Zionist Home party and a Knesset member, firmly stated on Tuesday that he and his party will not join a government led by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Responding to repeated questions on the matter, Tropper said, "We will not sit in Netanyahu's government, these are our principles." Earlier the same day, Tropper was interviewed on Radio North 104.5FM regarding the upcoming elections. He emphasized the importance of military service, noting that many in his party and their families serve or have served in the IDF, which is crucial for Israel's security. Tropper criticized the Likud party, expressing hope that it would return to supporting those who serve rather than those who avoid service. He also stated that Israel needs a Zionist government that does not rely on votes from ultra-Orthodox or Arab parties. Additionally, Tal Gottlieb issued a sharp warning that Netanyahu would be making a serious mistake if he pursued certain political moves, though the article did not elaborate on her comments.