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Netanyahu's Controversial Candidate Choice Sparks Fierce Likud Infighting
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First reported by Srugim · 22 hours ago
What happened
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's decision to reserve a Knesset seat for Yaakov Bardugo caused a major uproar within the Likud party, leading to a late-night argument and widespread criticism. The move is expected to impact the party's election prospects and internal stability.
- 01Netanyahu's reservation of a Knesset seat for Yaakov Bardugo caused major Likud infighting.
- 02Senior Likud members feared the move would harm election efforts and voter outreach.
- 03A late-night shouting match occurred in the Prime Minister's office over the decision.
- 04Critics believe Bardugo has significant leverage over Netanyahu.
- 05The controversy highlights internal tensions as Likud finalizes its election list.
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