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Netanyahu Records Statement on Altalena Discovery, Avoids Photo with National Security Minister Ben Gvir

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First reported by Srugim · 43 minutes ago

What happened

Prime Minister Netanyahu avoided a joint photo with National Security Minister Ben Gvir, releasing a separate statement on the Altalena discovery. Ben Gvir criticized Netanyahu publicly, comparing himself to Menachem Begin's experience of exclusion. Netanyahu reaffirmed plans for a broad national government, while Ben Gvir warned against a unity government with Benny Gantz, signaling coalition tensions.

  • 01Netanyahu avoided a joint photo with Ben Gvir, releasing a separate statement instead.
  • 02Ben Gvir compared his exclusion to Menachem Begin's historical boycott.
  • 03Heritage Minister Eliyahu acknowledged tensions and justified feelings of hurt.
  • 04Netanyahu emphasized unity and a broad national government referencing the Altalena lesson.
  • 05Ben Gvir criticized Likud's unclear messaging and warned against a unity government with Gantz.
  • 06Ben Gvir accused Netanyahu's circle of undermining May Golan to exclude him from government plans.

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Benjamin NetanyahuItamar Ben-GvirBenny Gantz
OrganizationsLikud, Kan 11, Etzel Museum

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Kan NewsCenter · Hebrew33 minutes ago
Netanyahu Records Statement on Altalena Discovery, Avoids Photo with National Security Minister Ben Gvir
SrugimRight · Hebrew43 minutes ago
Netanyahu Avoids Public Meeting With National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir Amid Political Tensions

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