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Hadar Mukhtar Fights for Likud Knesset Spot, Seeks Netanyahu’s Support to Shorten Candidacy Waiting Period

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First reported by Srugim · 1 day ago

What happened

Hadar Mukhtar is campaigning to secure a spot on the Likud party list for the upcoming Knesset elections, relying on Prime Minister Netanyahu to shorten the candidacy waiting period. She aims to represent young voters and bring additional mandates to Likud, rejecting rumors of switching parties and dismissing internal opposition. Mukhtar remains optimistic about her chances and the party's electoral prospects.

  • 01Hadar Mukhtar seeks Netanyahu’s approval to shorten the waiting period to run in Likud primaries.
  • 02She aims to represent young voters aged 18-25, a demographic currently unrepresented in Likud.
  • 03Mukhtar denies rumors of joining Otzma Yehudit, affirming loyalty to Likud.
  • 04She faces opposition within Likud but remains determined to compete in the primaries.
  • 05Mukhtar believes she can bring one to two extra mandates to Likud, potentially decisive for a majority.
  • 06She is skeptical of calls for a broad unity government excluding key right-wing factions.

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Full coverage · 3 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

Arutz ShevaRight · Hebrew1 hour ago
Hadar Mukhtar Fights for Likud Knesset Spot, Seeks Netanyahu’s Support to Shorten Candidacy Waiting Period
MaarivCenter · Hebrew5 hours ago
Internal Dispute Over Hadar Mukhtar's Candidacy Sparks Tensions in Netanyahu's Likud
SrugimRight · Hebrew6 hours ago
Former Likud MK Asnat Mark Opposes Hadar Mukhtar's Bid to Join Party Primaries
SrugimRight · Hebrew1 day ago
Netanyahu Denies Hadar Mukhtar's Request to Shorten Likud Membership Requirement

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