Netanyahu Ally Lawyer Guy Busso Denounces Yoav Horowitz's Criticism as Routine Election Smear

Lawyer Guy Busso, a close ally of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, sharply criticized Yoav Horowitz, Netanyahu's former confidant, following Horowitz's recent remarks. In a Sunday morning interview on Galei Yisrael radio, Busso described Horowitz as the "usual person" who defames Netanyahu during election campaigns, calling it a recurring pattern in recent elections. He accused Israeli media and Supreme Court judges of acting as political players aiming to topple the right-wing government and ensuring its electoral defeat.

Horowitz had earlier told Channel 12 News that "Netanyahu has declared war on the State of Israel" and accused him of demanding absolute loyalty. Meanwhile, the Eizenkot party delayed its response to Netanyahu until after the Sabbath, with Yossi Ben Ater expected to address the issue.

This exchange highlights the ongoing political tensions and personal attacks surrounding Netanyahu ahead of upcoming elections, reflecting deep divisions within Israeli politics and society.