- Intensive contacts are underway between political figures, including Gilad Erdan, Ayelet Shaked, and Benjamin Netanyahu, regarding the future of the political bloc and potential government composition.
- Bloc stability hinges on right-wing partners as Netanyahu's bloc considers Avigdor Lieberman's recommendation.
- On August 1, 2026, Ben Gvir suggested that Bezalel Smotrich unite with Ofer Winter regarding right-wing bloc unity and alliances.
- Smotrich and Feiglin are negotiating a technical alliance, with Netanyahu providing support for Smotrich's alliance moves.
Smotrich and Feiglin announced a joint candidacy, while Netanyahu seeks to control the Likud slate and Gantz may withdraw.
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What happened
Smotrich and Feiglin announced a joint candidacy, while Netanyahu seeks to control the Likud slate and Gantz may withdraw.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Smotrich is confirmed as Finance Minister following the joint candidacy alliance with Feiglin.1 source
Smotrich and Feiglin announce joint candidacy amid Netanyahu's push for Likud control.1 source
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The entities involved
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Bezalel Smotrich
Israeli far-right politician (born 1980)
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Moshe Feiglin
Israeli politician
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Benjamin Netanyahu
Prime Minister of Israel (born 1949), (1996–1999; 2009–2021; 2022–present)
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