Israeli Minister Slams Political Rival, Accusing Him of Aiding Palestinians

Speaking in an interview on Channel 14 on Monday morning, Karai claimed that Winter was on the side of Palestine. Winter, a decorated retired IDF brigadier general, and his party quickly retaliated, calling the minister's remarks a show of wild incitement and unbelievable lies. They warned that such accusations from Karai and his associates show a loss of restraint, endanger the entire right-wing bloc, and alienate voters.

The Amcha Yisrael party strongly defended Winter's right-wing credentials, noting his extensive military service and stating he has already paid a heavy price for his views. The party also defended Yosef Haddad, a wounded IDF veteran and public advocate, who they said was also targeted by these political attacks.

Winter's campaign argued that these attacks by Likud members cause disgust among right-wing voters. They asserted that the public rejects these slanders against Winter, who was previously considered for a top spot on the Likud list, and called for new, clean leadership in Israeli politics.