Ofer Winter Launches Party to Support Lieberman's Bid for Prime Minister

By יערה זרד

First reported by Srugim · Aug 25, 2026

What happened

Ofer Winter has launched the "Amcha Yisrael" party to support Avigdor Lieberman's goal of becoming Israel's prime minister by challenging Netanyahu. The party aims to attract right-wing votes to back Lieberman, with Winter potentially serving as defense minister. Winter refuses to unite with Bezalel Smotrich, emphasizing his role as a satellite party for Lieberman. The move highlights ongoing political maneuvering ahead of elections, with demands for clarity on coalition intentions.

• 01Ofer Winter launched 'Amcha Yisrael' to support Avigdor Lieberman's prime minister ambitions.
• 02The party aims to attract right-wing and religious Zionist votes for a Lieberman-led government.
• 03Winter refuses to unite with Bezalel Smotrich, focusing on serving Lieberman's interests.
• 04Lieberman recently released a video positioning himself as the suitable prime minister candidate.
• 05Winter served as Lieberman's military secretary and may become defense minister under Lieberman.
• 06Critics demand Winter clarify if he'll join a government led by Lieberman or Netanyahu.

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Now 14Right · HebrewAug 26, 2026

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Arutz ShevaRight · HebrewAug 25, 2026

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N12Center · HebrewAug 25, 2026

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YnetCenter · HebrewAug 25, 2026

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Now 14Right · HebrewAug 25, 2026

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Arutz ShevaRight · HebrewAug 25, 2026

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WallaCenter · HebrewAug 25, 2026

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SrugimRight · HebrewAug 25, 2026

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Now 14Right · HebrewAug 25, 2026

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SrugimRight · HebrewAug 25, 2026

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