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Netanyahu Shortens Almog Cohen's Waiting Period to Secure Likud List Spot
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First reported by Srugim · 1 hour ago
What happened
Prime Minister Netanyahu has shortened Deputy Minister Almog Cohen's waiting period, enabling him to join Likud's list for the 26th Knesset elections. Cohen's loyalty during a crucial budget vote earned him this political advancement, with options to secure a reserved slot or compete in upcoming primaries.
- 01Netanyahu shortened Almog Cohen's waiting period to join Likud's election list.
- 02Cohen broke party discipline to support coalition during a critical budget vote.
- 03He left Otzma Yehudit and was appointed Deputy Minister by Netanyahu.
- 04Cohen can join Likud via reserved slots or compete in next week's primaries.
- 05Previously, Cohen negotiated with Zehoot party but now aligns with Likud.
- 06A senior Likud official confirmed Cohen's inclusion in the party list.
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