Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday fought back against an agreement by his political opponents for a government of left-wing, centrist and right-wing parties aimed at unseating him.
Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel’s longest-serving prime minister, is on the verge of being toppled from power after more than a decade in office.
From ultra-nationalists to Arab Israeli Islamists, the right-winger is set to be ousted by an extremely fragile and unlikely alliance of parties from across the political spectrum who have little in common, other than their desire to break a political deadlock that saw four elections in two years.
The coalition all hinges on an unlikely figure: Mansour Abbas, head of the United Arab List.
The inclusion of his tiny Islamist faction was crucial in securing a paper-thin majority for the coalition, which would be the first in Israel's history to represent its 21% Arab minority.
A dentist by profession, Abbas said he has put differences aside for a chance to improve conditions for Arab citizens, who report discrimination and government neglect.
His inclusion stands in stark contrast to head of the new guard: Naftali Bennett, leader of the ultra-nationalist party Yamina, or "Rightwards".
Bennett is a former leader of a major Jewish settlement organisation and an advocate of annexing most of the the occupied West Bank.
His religious, pro-settler party won only seven of the Knesset's 120 seats in the March election but Bennett emerged first as kingmaker, then king-slayer, and now king.
Under the deal, the former defense minister and a high-tech millionaire would become prime minister before handing over the post in two years to centrist Yair Lapid.
Lapid is a former TV host and finance minister who heads up Yesh Atid.
The centre-left party came second in the latest election, with 17 seats.
Sources say the hopeful government would initially avoid hot-button ideological issues.
Parliamentary approval is still pending, and analysts say Netanyahu will try and pick off, quote, "low-hanging fruit", trying to convince right-wingers to jump ship who are unhappy about teaming up with Arab and leftist lawmakers.
Police detain protestors at the University of Southern California and other US universities amidst chaotic pro-Palestine demonstrations. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu denounces US student protests as 'antisemitic' and 'horrific', urging an end to pro-ceasefire rallies. Meanwhile, students demand universities divest from weapons makers tied to Israel. Stay updated on the latest developments in campus activism and international tensions
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Israel's Military Intelligence Chief , Resigns After October 7 Attack.
On April 22, the head of Israel's military
intelligence said he would step down after
failing to prevent the October 7 Hamas attack.
Associated Press reports that the announcement makes
Major General Aharon Haliva the first senior figure to
resign in the wake of the deadliest attack in Israel's history.
Associated Press reports that the announcement makes
Major General Aharon Haliva the first senior figure to
resign in the wake of the deadliest attack in Israel's history.
The intelligence directorate
under my command did not live up
to the task we were entrusted with, Major General Aharon Haliva, via Associated Press.
I carry that black day with me ever
since, day after day, night after night.
I will carry the horrible pain of
the war with me forever, Major General Aharon Haliva, via Associated Press.
AP points out that resignations by
security and military officials have been
stalled by numerous Israeli conflicts.
In addition to the ongoing war in Gaza, Israel faces
conflict with both the Lebanese militant group
Hezbollah and Iran, engaging in multiple fronts.
In addition to the ongoing war in Gaza, Israel faces
conflict with both the Lebanese militant group
Hezbollah and Iran, engaging in multiple fronts.
Following the October 7 Hamas attack, Haliva and
other leaders publicly shouldered the blame for not
being able to prevent or react to the unexpected attack. .
Following the October 7 Hamas attack, Haliva and
other leaders publicly shouldered the blame for not
being able to prevent or react to the unexpected attack. .
Other leaders, including Prime Minister
Benjamin Netanyahu, have refused to
acknowledge direct responsibility or
step down, despite growing protests.
Other leaders, including Prime Minister
Benjamin Netanyahu, have refused to
acknowledge direct responsibility or
step down, despite growing protests.
Havila's resignation came as the Jewish faith prepares
to celebrate Passover, a major holiday that begins on
April 22 and marks the biblical exodus of Jews from Egypt. .
Havila's resignation came as the Jewish faith prepares
to celebrate Passover, a major holiday that begins on
April 22 and marks the biblical exodus of Jews from Egypt. .
The October 7 attack sparked the ongoing war in Gaza,
which has already killed over 34,000 Palestinians
and displaced an estimated 80% of the population. .
The October 7 attack sparked the ongoing war in Gaza,
which has already killed over 34,000 Palestinians
and displaced an estimated 80% of the population.
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Israeli media reported over the weekend that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accused Defence Minister Yoav Gallant of security leaks following which tensions erupted over the meeting of the country's war cabinet that's leading the country's unprecedented military response to the October 7 Hamas attack in southern Israel.
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In an unprecedented move, the United States is preparing to enact sanctions against an army unit of its steadfast ally, Israel's Israeli Defence Forces (IDF). As reported by Axios, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is anticipated to declare sanctions targeting the Israel Defense Forces' "Netzah Yehuda" battalion in the near future. Allegations of human rights violations within the Israeli-held West Bank have prompted this action against the Netzah Yehuda battalion.
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Israel's security minister, controversial far-right politician Itamar Ben-Gvir, has been taken to hospital with minor injuries after a car accident, police have.. Sky News
An Indian-origin student finds himself at the center of controversy after being arrested and barred from Princeton University for participating in anti-Israel protests on campus. Join us as we delve into the fallout of this incident and the debate surrounding free expression versus campus discipline.
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Russian President Putin suggests "radical Islamists" orchestrated the Moscow attack, implicating Ukraine without naming ISIS, despite its claim. The assault at Crocus City Hall left 139 dead and 182 injured, with four Tajik suspects detained. US and French leaders attribute the attack to ISIS, countering Putin's narrative. The incident highlights geopolitical tensions amidst Russia's conflict with Ukraine.
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A Jewish campaign group has cancelled today's Walk Together demonstration amid safety concerns, as the Met Police says the risk of disorder from a.. Sky News
A Jewish campaign group has cancelled today's Walk Together demonstration amid safety concerns, as the Met Police says the risk of disorder from a.. Sky News
A Jewish campaign group has cancelled today's Walk Together demonstration amid safety concerns but the Met Police says the risk of disorder from a.. Sky News
Jewish worshippers gathered at Jerusalem's Western Wall for the traditional priestly blessing, a ceremony conducted twice a year during Passover and Sukkot.
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