Moshe Feiglin Criticizes Itamar Ben Gvir for Halting Right-Wing Unity Talks Amid War

Moshe Feiglin, chairman of the Zehut party, sharply criticized National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir's decision to freeze political negotiations within the right-wing camp. This move followed reports that Otzma Yehudit advisors were instructed not to engage in unification talks with Zehut and the Religious Zionist Party. Feiglin condemned the decision as dangerous, especially during Israel's ongoing multifront war, accusing Ben Gvir of engaging in petty internal conflicts that threaten the right's continued governance.

Feiglin emphasized that while the left and Arab parties are consolidating to challenge the right, Ben Gvir is focused on internal disputes, which Feiglin described as "shooting inside the right-wing armored personnel carrier." He appealed to right-wing voters, asserting that those refusing unity prioritize personal interests over the national cause. Despite the tensions, Feiglin stated that Zehut remains open to genuine unification but will run independently if necessary to ensure Israel receives courageous leadership.

He placed full responsibility for the right-wing split and its electoral consequences on Ben Gvir and others unwilling to rise above personal rivalries. Feiglin vowed that Zehut will present a true and brave alternative to voters regardless of the outcome of unity talks. His remarks came amid a politically sensitive moment as Israel faces external threats and internal political realignments ahead of upcoming elections.