Moshe Feiglin Warns of Greater Danger Than Left-Wing Government in Israel

Moshe Feiglin, chairman of the Zehut party, addressed right-wing concerns about losing votes and the potential formation of a left-wing government in Israel. In an interview with Sharon Gal on Galei Yisrael radio, Feiglin acknowledged his opposition to a left-wing government but emphasized that the ongoing security situation poses a far greater threat. He specifically referenced the next anticipated terror attack, similar to the October 7 massacre, warning that repeating the same voting patterns will yield no change in policy or security outcomes. Feiglin stated, "I do not intend to pass on another October 7 to my grandchildren. There must be a different path for the right."

When challenged about the risk that his independent run, polling around 1.5%, could split the right-wing vote and enable a left-wing government under Kaplan, Feiglin rejected the accusation. He stressed his continuous efforts to prevent fragmentation within the right-wing camp, noting that Zehut has reached out to other right-wing leaders including Smotrich, Ben Gvir, and Winter for unity. He called for a large technical bloc on the right, including Likud, saying, "My hand is extended, but it has yet to be met with a sister hand."

Feiglin’s remarks highlight ongoing tensions within Israel’s right-wing political factions ahead of upcoming elections, with security concerns and vote splitting at the forefront of debate. His call for unity aims to consolidate right-wing forces to prevent a left-wing government from forming.