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Former PM Yair Lapid Steps Down to No. 2 Behind Bennett Amid Opposition Challenges
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First reported by N12 · Jul 2, 2026
What happened
Former Israeli PM Yair Lapid will run as No. 2 behind Naftali Bennett in upcoming elections after stepping down from opposition leadership. Close aides admit public disappointment over failing to unseat Netanyahu but defend Lapid's strategic choices. Internal party challenges and ideological differences mark his current political position, yet his party remains influential.
- 01Yair Lapid steps down to No. 2 behind Naftali Bennett for upcoming elections.
- 02Close aides acknowledge public disappointment over failing to remove Netanyahu.
- 03Lapid's alliance with Bennett is seen as a strategic, though ideologically uneasy, move.
- 04Internal party challenge by Ram Ben Barak highlighted leadership tensions.
- 05Party officials emphasize Lapid's long-term commitment and political maturity.
- 06Former advisor notes Lapid's restrained opposition role and missed public engagement opportunities.
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