Pnechas Idan Accepts Netanyahu's Decision to Expel Him from Likud but Denies Ordering Airport Work Stoppage

Pnechas Idan, chairman of the Airport Authority workers' committee, announced he will not appeal Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's decision to expel him from the Likud party. In a letter to Michael Kleiner, head of the Likud party's court, Idan expressed respect for Netanyahu's decision despite disagreeing with the characterization of him as the cause of party damage.

Idan also rejected claims that he ordered the halt of operations at Ben Gurion Airport, clarifying that he was not responsible for the directive to stop activity. He stated he demanded a thorough investigation to identify who gave the order. Despite his expulsion, Idan affirmed his commitment to representing the Airport Authority workers faithfully.

He concluded his letter by wishing Netanyahu, his family, and Likud members a happy new year and holiday season. The dispute follows a recent crisis at Ben Gurion Airport, with tensions between the Airport Authority and the workers' committee escalating. Idan's expulsion marks a significant development in the ongoing conflict involving the airport's labor relations and political affiliations.