Ex-Shin Bet Chief Yoram Cohen Seeks Active Role in New Government
Former Shin Bet Chief Yoram Cohen aims for an active role in the next Israeli government, stating he wants to utilize his experience. He is not involved in coalition talks, which are led by party leader Gadi Eisenkot. Cohen supports a unity government under Eisenkot's leadership, with partners accepting his party's principles. He also promised improved compensation for reservists.
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- Former Shin Bet Chief Yoram Cohen seeks an active role in the new government.
- Cohen is a designated MK for the Yisrael Beiteinu party.
- Gadi Eisenkot is leading coalition negotiations for the party.
- Cohen supports a unity government led by Eisenkot.
- Cohen promised enhanced compensation for reservists.
Yoram Cohen, former head of the Shin Bet security agency and a designated Member of Knesset for the Yisrael Beiteinu party, stated his intention to pursue a significant role in the upcoming government. Responding to questions from "Kipa" news, Cohen expressed a desire to engage in "the world of action" and hopes to find a position that aligns with his skills and experience, though he clarified he is not targeting any specific role.
Cohen indicated he is not involved in the coalition negotiations, with party leader Gadi Eisenkot managing discussions with other party leaders. Cohen voiced his support for a unity government, provided Eisenkot leads it and the partners adhere to the principles of the Yisrael Beiteinu party.
Regarding concerns about the welfare of reservists amidst political agreements, Cohen pledged that his party would strive to fulfill its election promises. He assured that both career soldiers and reservists would receive significantly enhanced compensation, a move he believes has broad Knesset support.