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Coalition Chair Ofir Katz Criticizes MK Dan Illouz for Lack of Legislative Achievements
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First reported by Srugim · Jul 7, 2026
What happened
In a Knesset committee debate, Coalition Chair Ofir Katz accused Likud MK Dan Illouz of inaction on military-related legislation and using populist rhetoric, questioning Illouz's loyalty and future political plans.
- 01Ofir Katz accused Dan Illouz of not passing any laws supporting IDF soldiers in four years.
- 02Katz contrasted his own legislative achievements for soldiers and bereaved families with Illouz's lack of action.
- 03Illouz criticized Katz's leadership and urged adherence to Likud's values beyond coalition politics.
- 04Katz claimed Illouz's statements are against Likud and Netanyahu and serve media interests.
- 05Katz hinted Illouz might switch parties, questioning his political loyalty.
- 06The dispute occurred during a Knesset committee discussion on the Basic Law: Torah Study.
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