Amir Ohana and Shlomo Karhi Clash Over Knesset Session During Recess, Escalating to Personal Attacks
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First reported by Ynet · Aug 20, 2026
What happened
Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana and Minister Shlomo Karhi engaged in a public dispute over the legality of convening the Knesset during recess, escalating into personal accusations. Ohana rejected Karhi's request citing procedural faults, while Karhi challenged Ohana's interpretation of the rules and criticized his leadership. The conflict underscores internal Likud tensions ahead of elections.
- 01Amir Ohana rejected Shlomo Karhi's request to convene the Knesset during recess due to procedural issues.
- 02Ohana argued ministers cannot submit such requests and highlighted the need for 25 Knesset members' signatures.
- 03Karhi disputed Ohana's legal interpretation, claiming no such restriction applies to recess sessions.
- 04The dispute escalated to personal accusations regarding judicial reform stances and internal party conflicts.
- 05Karhi hinted at replacing Ohana as Knesset Speaker after the upcoming elections.
- 06Both politicians exchanged public posts criticizing each other's conduct and leadership.
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