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Israeli Economy Minister Nir Barkat Denies Attempt to Oust Netanyahu Amid Primary Campaign

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First reported by Srugim · 1 day ago

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Israeli Economy Minister Nir Barkat denies claims he tried to oust Prime Minister Netanyahu after October 7, calling them recycled fake news. Barkat accuses Channel 12 of targeting him ahead of Likud primaries and confirms his ongoing cooperation with Netanyahu. He vows to consider legal action and highlights economic reforms and labor market changes under his tenure.

01Nir Barkat denies involvement in any attempt to replace Netanyahu after October 7 events.
02He accuses Channel 12 of orchestrating a campaign against him before Likud primaries.
03Barkat confirms direct communication with Netanyahu, firmly denying the allegations.
04He refuses to take a polygraph test, citing his integrity and truthfulness.
05Barkat highlights economic reforms lowering prices and shifting labor from Palestinians to foreign workers.
06He pledges not to try to replace Netanyahu outside of formal elections and hopes to remain minister.

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