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Netanyahu Faces Revolt Over Secret Deal to Bypass Likud Primaries Amid Threats of Mass Defections

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First reported by Now 14 · 11 hours ago

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reportedly agreed to bypass Likud's primary elections by forming the party's Knesset list through a selection committee, sparking fierce opposition from backbench MKs who threaten mass defections. Legal challenges and logistical hurdles further complicate the possibility of holding primaries in August, increasing tensions within the ruling party.

01Netanyahu reportedly agreed to form Likud's Knesset list via a selection committee, avoiding primaries.
02Backbench Likud MKs fear losing seats and threaten mass defections to Benny Gantz.
03Delays in the Constitution Committee are seen as deliberate to prevent primaries.
04MK David Bitan petitioned Likud's court to enforce clear primary regulations and secret ballots.
05Logistical and procedural deadlines for primaries have passed, making them unlikely.
06The internal conflict risks coalition stability and could trigger political upheaval.

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