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Netanyahu Backs Select Candidates in Likud Primaries Amid Internal Rivalries
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First reported by Maariv · 5 hours ago
What happened
Prime Minister Netanyahu publicly supports four Likud candidates in the primaries but backs a wider group behind the scenes, focusing on rivals to David Bitan's allies. He favors Dr. Ruth Kabsa-Abramzon for the new women's slot and promotes several national list candidates. Despite concerns about Tali Gottlieb's rise, Netanyahu will not interfere in her campaign.
- 01Netanyahu publicly endorses four Likud candidates but supports more behind the scenes.
- 02He backs candidates opposing allies of Knesset member David Bitan in key districts.
- 03Netanyahu prefers Dr. Ruth Kabsa-Abramzon for the new women's slot over Osnat Zohar.
- 04He promotes Amit Halevi, Idit Silman, and Ariel Kallner on the national list.
- 05Netanyahu will not intervene against Tali Gottlieb despite concerns over her potential success.
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