Old Statements by Yosef Haddad on Palestinian Statehood Spark Israeli Right-Wing Controversy

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What happened

Old statements by Yosef Haddad, a candidate for the "Amcha Israel" party, expressing support for a Palestinian state have resurfaced, drawing criticism from within the Israeli right-wing. Figures like Moshe Feiglin and Bezalel Smotrich have voiced opposition to Haddad's views and his inclusion on the party's list.

01Yosef Haddad's past support for a Palestinian state has caused controversy on the Israeli right.
02Critics argue Haddad's views are inconsistent with the current political platform of the "Amcha Israel" party.
03Moshe Feiglin and Bezalel Smotrich have publicly criticized Haddad and Ofer Winter's party.
04Haddad believes Arab citizens in Israel can help achieve peace with Palestinians.
05Winter placed Haddad second on his party's list for upcoming elections.

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