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Former Jewish Home Deputy Mayor Rejoins Israel Beytenu, Supports Liberman for PM

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First reported by Now 14 · Jun 29, 2026

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Reuven Gur-Arieh, former deputy head of the Shomron Regional Council from the Jewish Home party, joined Israel Beytenu and endorsed Avigdor Liberman for prime minister, marking Israel Beytenu's expansion into the Religious Zionist community.

01Reuven Gur-Arieh leaves Jewish Home to join Israel Beytenu and supports Avigdor Liberman for PM.
02Gur-Arieh cited a long political and ideological reevaluation for his departure.
03He praised Liberman as a strong, experienced leader with a clear vision for Israel.
04Israel Beytenu is expanding its reach into the Religious Zionist sector.
05Several prominent Religious Zionist figures have recently joined Israel Beytenu.
06The move aims to strengthen Israel Beytenu’s position ahead of elections.

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