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Otzma Yehudit Shelves Harsh Campaign Against Smotrich Amid Unity Talks
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First reported by Kan News · Aug 6, 2026
What happened
Otzma Yehudit prepared but shelved a harsh campaign against Bezalel Smotrich amid Netanyahu's attempts to unite their parties before elections. The campaign highlighted tensions between the right-wing coalition partners, who have clashed over legislation and electoral strategies.
- 01Otzma Yehudit created a campaign portraying Smotrich as arrogant but decided not to publish it.
- 02The campaign used Religious Zionism's colors and logo and was fully prepared before being shelved.
- 03Netanyahu is attempting to unite Otzma Yehudit and Religious Zionism ahead of upcoming elections.
- 04Both parties currently reject the unity idea despite Netanyahu's efforts.
- 05Political tensions have risen due to differing votes on key bills between the coalition partners.
- 06Smotrich has tried recruiting notable figures to strengthen his party, with some declining to join.
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