Internal Clash Erupts in Democratic Party Over Controversial Post After West Bank Attack

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Following a deadly West Bank attack, Democratic Party candidate Moshe Redman's condolence post sparked fierce internal disputes, with party leaders criticizing his remarks and warning of electoral damage. Party head Yair Golan acknowledged communication failures, while opposition leader Avigdor Lieberman cautioned against Golan holding key ministerial roles.

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Moshe Redman's condolence post after a West Bank attack triggered sharp criticism within the Democratic Party.
Omri Ronen and Naama Lazimi condemned Redman's remarks, warning of electoral fallout.
Party leader Yair Golan admitted to a communication error regarding the incident.
Internal strife in the Democratic Party worries right-wing opposition parties about voter support.
Avigdor Lieberman warned against Golan holding defense and justice minister positions.
The dispute highlights tensions over handling security and political messaging post-attack.

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The Democratic Party in Israel experienced intense internal conflict following a condolence post by Moshe Redman, the party's ninth candidate. After a deadly attack in the West Bank, Redman expressed sympathy both for the Israeli victim's family and the Palestinian families who lost members, including the attacker’s family, while blaming settlers for escalating tensions. This sparked a heated exchange during a party meeting, with Omri Ronen, candidate number seven, sharply criticizing Redman for his conduct and reminding him that the primaries were over. Knesset member Naama Lazimi joined the criticism, warning that the party risked dropping to single-digit support if such behavior continued. Party leader Yair Golan attempted to calm the situation, admitting to a communication failure regarding the incident.

The turmoil within the Democratic Party has raised concerns among right-leaning parties in the opposition bloc about their ability to attract undecided voters. In response, Avigdor Lieberman, head of the Israel Beiteinu party, sent a message to his party leadership expressing distrust in Golan and his colleagues, stating they were "not the optimal partners" and warning that they must not hold the defense and justice portfolios, which he deemed unsuitable for them.

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