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Nir Barkat Faces Crisis Over Alleged Attempt to Oust Netanyahu Ahead of Likud Primaries

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By מורן אזולאי

What happened

Economic Minister Nir Barkat faces a political crisis days before the Likud primaries amid reports he led an attempt to oust Netanyahu after October 7 attacks. The move was blocked by internal disputes, but Barkat now confronts accusations and political retaliation within Likud. Netanyahu's office denies involvement, while party rivals use the controversy to weaken Barkat's standing.

  • 01Nir Barkat allegedly led an attempt to oust Netanyahu after October 7 attacks.
  • 02About one-third of Likud MKs planned a no-confidence vote but failed due to internal conflicts.
  • 03Netanyahu's office reportedly seeks to retaliate against Barkat, who faces a political crisis.
  • 04Likud spokesman denies any intention to harm Barkat or link him to other candidates.
  • 05Oren Dobronski's candidacy on Barkat's ticket fuels speculation of internal party score-settling.
  • 06The controversy unfolds just days before the Likud primaries amid strong party loyalty to Netanyahu.

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Benjamin NetanyahuNir BarkatDan Illouz
OrganizationsLikud, Channel 12, ynet
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Full coverage · 2 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

YnetCenter · HebrewAug 12, 2026
Nir Barkat Faces Crisis Over Alleged Attempt to Oust Netanyahu Ahead of Likud Primaries
SrugimRight · HebrewAug 12, 2026
Former Netanyahu Spokesman Criticizes Nir Barkat's Attempt to Oust Netanyahu