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Netanyahu Withdraws Support for Akunis, Backs Eli Hazan in World Zionist Search Deadlock
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67% right-leaningFirst reported by Ynet · 1 day ago
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What happened
Benjamin Netanyahu has withdrawn his support for Ophir Akunis in the race to lead Keren Hayesod and instead endorsed Eli Hazan. The move follows a deadlock in the selection committee, while Akunis says he will keep fighting for the appointment.
- 01Netanyahu shifted support from Ophir Akunis to Eli Hazan.
- 02The Keren Hayesod selection committee deadlocked over the appointment.
- 03All six overseas representatives backed Akunis unanimously.
- 04Akunis says he will not withdraw and wants the vote to continue.
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Behadrei HaredimRight · Hebrew1 day ago
Netanyahu Withdraws Support for Akunis, Backs Eli Hazan in World Zionist Search Deadlock
CalcalistUnrated · Hebrew1 day ago
Netanyahu Withdraws Backing for Aconis, Backs Eyal Hazon for Jewish National Fund Chair
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