Netanyahu Records Statement on Altalena Discovery, Avoids Photo with National Security Minister Ben Gvir
How 3 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
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First reported by Now 14 · Aug 24, 2026
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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