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Economy Minister Nir Barkat Denies Plotting to Oust Netanyahu After October 7 Attacks

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First reported by Srugim · 8 hours ago

What happened

Economy Minister Nir Barkat refutes claims of plotting to remove Netanyahu after October 7 attacks but admits to criticizing government response and supports the Prime Minister.

  • 01Nir Barkat denies plans to replace Prime Minister Netanyahu after October 7 events.
  • 02He admits to criticizing the government's response as insufficiently assertive.
  • 03Barkat says he supports Netanyahu and will discuss leadership only after the crisis.
  • 04Reports suggest Barkat held meetings to explore a move against Netanyahu.
  • 05Barkat's comments came shortly after these reports surfaced.

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Now 14Right · Hebrew28 minutes ago
Economy Minister Nir Barkat Denies Plotting to Oust Netanyahu After October 7 Attacks
SrugimRight · Hebrew8 hours ago
Economy Minister Nir Barkat Supports Term Limits and Hints at Future PM Bid After Netanyahu

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