- Netanyahu's cabinet formation and coalition maneuvering
- 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 criticized Winter's independent political path while Winter intends to recommend Netanyahu for prime minister.
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What happened
Smotrich criticized Winter's independent political path while Winter intends to recommend Netanyahu for prime minister.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Winter's party endorsed Netanyahu after being pressured by Netanyahu to withdraw from the race.1 source
Smotrich offers Winter a ministerial post amid political maneuvering and party endorsements.1 source
Netanyahu pushes Winter to withdraw, and Smotrich offers him a ministerial role to drop out.1 source
Netanyahu pressures Winter to withdraw; Smotrich offers him a ministerial role.1 source
Smotrich offered Winter a ministerial role amid pressure from Netanyahu and Smotrich.1 source
Smotrich criticized Winter's independent path as Winter plans to recommend Netanyahu for PM.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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Ofer Winter
IDF general
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Benjamin Netanyahu
Prime Minister of Israel (born 1949), (1996–1999; 2009–2021; 2022–present)
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