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Former PM Bennett Commits to Enabling Government Change Regardless of Role
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First reported by N12 · 7 hours ago
What happened
Former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett pledged to support a government change regardless of his role, criticized Netanyahu's handling of Iran's nuclear threat, and highlighted his pragmatic political evolution in a comprehensive 2026 interview.
- 01Bennett vows to back government change even in a minor role to prioritize Israel's future.
- 02He described Netanyahu as defeated and uncooperative during their 2021 handover meeting.
- 03Bennett accused Netanyahu of a major security failure on Iran's nuclear program.
- 04Netanyahu allegedly threatened a harsh smear campaign against Bennett if he formed a government.
- 05Bennett acknowledged political divergence with longtime ally Ayelet Shaked.
- 06He expressed sympathy for former ally Idith Silman, calling her lacking substance.
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