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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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