After the Rumors: Likud MK Reveals Netanyahu’s Plan

The governing party is moving quickly to dispel rumors about Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s political future, saying there is no intention to change the movement’s leadership. MK Hanoch Milwidsky (Likud) said today, Thursday, in response to recent reports that Netanyahu will lead the party’s list in the upcoming election.

Milwidsky made it clear that there is no question or doubt about the prime minister running, and said Netanyahu is at the height of his executive strength. “Netanyahu is working very hard and is determined to continue being prime minister,” the Likud lawmaker said.

Netanyahu’s plans, two terms ahead

According to Milwidsky, the prime minister is not only thinking about the short term or the current election campaign, but is engaged in long-term strategic planning for the State of Israel across a range of issues. “Netanyahu is planning the next term and even two terms ahead,” Milwidsky said, revealing the mood behind the scenes in Likud, and explained that the prime minister’s goal is to secure long terms in office “to bring the State of Israel to the place he wants it to be.”

Trump’s assessment and Likud’s official response

Milwidsky’s remarks, along with other responses from senior party officials, came after a surprising statement by U.S. President Donald Trump. As recalled, recent comments by Trump suggested that Netanyahu might not run again to lead the country in the next election. Following the interpretation given to the American president’s remarks, Likud quickly issued an official clarification to the public and the political system.

The party’s statement said clearly that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is planning to run as usual in the Knesset elections, which are expected to be held in about four months.