Netanyahu Plans to Appoint New Interior Minister During Election Period
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First reported by Ynet · 1 hour ago
What happened
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu plans to appoint a permanent Interior Minister during the election period after legal pressure highlighted the challenges caused by the ministry's vacancy since July 2025. Temporary delegation of powers to the Prime Minister and Finance Minister has proven insufficient amid critical administrative needs. The Movement for Quality Government welcomed the announcement but stressed the need for a full appointment.
- 01Netanyahu intends to appoint a permanent Interior Minister during the election period.
- 02The Interior Ministry has been without a permanent minister since July 2025.
- 03Temporary delegation of about 90 powers to the Prime Minister and Finance Minister is insufficient.
- 04Legal petition highlighted significant practical and legal difficulties from the vacancy.
- 05Recent transfer requests include powers related to deporting families of terrorists.
- 06The Movement for Quality Government calls for a full minister appointment, not just temporary fixes.
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