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Likud Expresses Growing Concern Over Election Prospects Amid Challenging Polls

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First reported by Maariv · 4 hours ago

What happened

Likud leaders, including Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana, express concern over poor poll results ahead of elections, with the right-wing bloc far from a majority. Prime Minister Netanyahu responds by increasing the party's media efforts and coordinating key messages with senior members.

  • 01Likud faces electoral challenges with polls showing the right-wing bloc below 61 seats.
  • 02Likud struggles to rise above 25 seats in recent surveys.
  • 03Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana admits the coalition's situation is difficult if elections were held now.
  • 04Netanyahu boosts Likud's media presence amid growing concerns.
  • 05Netanyahu met with ministers and MKs to align on security and political messaging.
  • 06Key figures involved include Ohana, Dichter, Bismuth, Katz, Kish, and Shikli.

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Benjamin NetanyahuAmir OhanaOfir Katz
OrganizationsLikud, Knesset

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Behadrei HaredimRight · Hebrew34 minutes ago
Likud Expresses Growing Concern Over Election Prospects Amid Challenging Polls
MaarivCenter · Hebrew4 hours ago
Likud Senior Admits Electoral Situation Is Difficult If Elections Held Today

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