Coalition Chair Ofir Katz Criticizes MK Dan Illouz for Lack of Legislative Achievements

By דסק החדשות C14

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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Coalition Chair Ofir Katz Criticizes MK Dan Illouz for Lack of Legislative Achievements

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