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Likud Primaries Confirm Netanyahu-Aligned List, Disappointing Right-Wing and Satellite Parties

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First reported by Mako · 2 hours ago

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The Likud primaries produced a candidate list supportive of Netanyahu, sidelining controversial figures and disappointing right-wing satellite parties. Key candidates like Gilad Erdan and Smotrich failed to secure influential positions, while active Knesset members retained their spots. The results force smaller parties to rethink their approach ahead of upcoming elections.

01Likud primaries produced a Netanyahu-aligned candidate list with strong incumbents securing key spots.
02Controversial figures like Hanoch Milwetsky and Idit Silman were pushed out or down the list.
03Right-wing and satellite parties, including those led by Gilad Erdan and Smotrich, suffered significant losses.
04Most of the list consists of active Knesset members involved in government work.
05The "Unity" party mocked Likud's shift but now faces strategic challenges after the primaries.

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