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Defense Minister Israel Katz Launches Sharp Attack on MK Tali Gottlieb Amid Internal Likud Dispute
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First reported by Srugim · Jul 12, 2026
What happened
Defense Minister Israel Katz sharply refutes MK Tali Gottlieb's accusations regarding a confidentiality order and claims he opposes Likud primaries. Katz denies involvement in party election discussions and warns Likud members will see through falsehoods. The dispute arises from Gottlieb's indictment case and internal party tensions ahead of elections.
- 01Israel Katz denies involvement in Likud primary election discussions amid internal party dispute.
- 02Katz refutes Tali Gottlieb's claim that his signature enabled her indictment.
- 03The confidentiality certificate was a security requirement from Shin Bet, not a legal trigger.
- 04Katz warns Likud members will distinguish truth from political attacks.
- 05He emphasizes his focus remains on defense duties and supporting Prime Minister Netanyahu.
- 06The conflict reflects broader tensions over Likud's candidate list and primary format.
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Now 14Right · HebrewJul 13, 2026
Defense Minister Israel Katz Launches Sharp Attack on MK Tali Gottlieb Amid Internal Likud Dispute
Now 14Right · HebrewJul 13, 2026
Tali Gottlieb Accuses Likud Leadership of Blocking Netanyahu's Primary Election Plan
SrugimRight · HebrewJul 13, 2026
Likud MK Tali Gottlieb Accuses Senior Ministers of Pressuring Netanyahu Over Primary Elections
Arutz ShevaRight · HebrewJul 13, 2026
Likud MK Tali Gottlieb Rejects Primary Cancellation Rumors, Affirms Democratic Process
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