A new party has emerged to challenge the ruling coalition led by Benjamin Netanyahu, which includes Bezalel Smotrich.
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Updated oct 24
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A new party has emerged to challenge the ruling coalition led by Benjamin Netanyahu, which includes Bezalel Smotrich.
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What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Smotrich held negotiations with Motti Leitner, while Netanyahu met Leitner to discuss withdrawal ahead of Knesset elections.Sub-event
- Bezalel Smotrich leads the RZP party in Israel's upcoming election.Sub-event
Smotrich is accused of government blockages, leading Bennett to explore alternative government options.1 source
Coalition challenges mount against Netanyahu as a new party enters the fray.1 source
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The entities involved
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Benjamin Netanyahu
Prime Minister of Israel (born 1949), (1996–1999; 2009–2021; 2022–present)
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Bezalel Smotrich
Israeli far-right politician (born 1980)
Related events
- A party has joined Netanyahu's coalition and is gaining seats in the Israeli parliament.
- A clash has emerged over the leadership and direction of the right-wing political bloc.
- Netanyahu facilitates multiple political alliances and party formations involving Smotrich, Bennett, and Ben-Gvir.
- Coalition formation efforts are stalling as leaders fail to secure a majority, prompting President Herzog to take charge of the process.
- Netanyahu, Bennett, and Eisenkot are involved in proposed coalition talks, with Eisenkot suggested for Defense Minister.