Netanyahu Finalizes Likud List Amid Diplomatic and Security Crises
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First reported by Kipa · 7 hours ago
What happened
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu finalized his Likud party slate amidst significant diplomatic and security crises, including a report of a prior warning from the UAE president about Hamas and new Western trade restrictions on settlements. Netanyahu also navigated internal party disputes and consolidated alliances while presenting his chosen candidates, some of whom have controversial backgrounds or are promised ministerial roles.
- 01Netanyahu unveiled his Likud slate amid reports of a UAE warning about Hamas and new settlement trade bans.
- 02The prime minister dismissed a report claiming he was warned by UAE President bin Zayed before October 7.
- 03Netanyahu used reserved spots to place loyalists, bypassing Likud primaries.
- 04Several handpicked candidates, including a tech entrepreneur and a cancer researcher, are promised ministerial posts.
- 05Internal party disputes and failed alliances marked Netanyahu's efforts to consolidate the right-wing bloc.
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