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Netanyahu Holds Private Talks with Likud MKs Amid Fears of Primary Backlash

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First reported by Ynet · 1 day ago

What happened

Prime Minister Netanyahu is holding private talks with all sitting Likud MKs amid fears that many may lose their spots in the upcoming primaries, potentially leading to political retaliation within the party.

  • 01Netanyahu is conducting one-on-one talks with all incumbent Likud MKs before the primaries.
  • 02The primaries' crowded field and limited slots threaten many sitting MKs' positions.
  • 03Current and former MKs are barred from running in regional districts, increasing competition.
  • 04Netanyahu's team fears ousted MKs may support a no-confidence motion in retaliation.
  • 05Displaced MKs might also try to block approval of reserved list slots.
  • 06The talks focus on MKs' activities and regional needs, excluding new primary candidates.

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MaarivCenter · Hebrew30 minutes ago
Netanyahu Holds Private Talks with Likud MKs Amid Fears of Primary Backlash
YnetCenter · Hebrew1 day ago
Netanyahu Holds Meetings With Likud MKs to Prevent Post-Primary Revolt

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