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Netanyahu Ally Says Likud MK Tali Gottlieb Will Not Serve as Minister Despite Strong Primary Showing

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First reported by Walla · 8 hours ago

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A Netanyahu ally praised the Likud primary results as favorable for the prime minister but confirmed that MK Tali Gottlieb, despite a solid ranking, will not be appointed minister. The party awaits Netanyahu’s reserved slots to boost candidates like Ze'ev Elkin and Avi Dichter, who ranked lower than expected. Internal party unity was stressed ahead of the Knesset elections.

01Netanyahu is pleased with Likud primary results and plans to promote lower-ranked candidates.
02Ze'ev Elkin and Avi Dichter placed low but may receive reserved slots from Netanyahu.
03Tali Gottlieb ranked 20th but will not serve as a minister, focusing on legislation instead.
04Top primary spots went to Eli Cohen, Amir Ohana, and Yariv Levin.
05Several prominent Likud members failed to secure realistic list positions.
06Gottlieb denounced a smear campaign and affirmed strong right-wing voter support.

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