Naftali Bennett
Bennett mulling resignation as alternate PM
Interior Minister Ayelet Shaked asked Bennett to transfer his veto power to her if he steps down, “to safeguard the right’s power.”
Israeli President Isaac Herzog called her death “the end of an era.”
The Israeli alternate prime minister was responding to a report that the U.S. State Department will “press Israel to review its policies” after the death of Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Akleh.
Earlier polls reportedly indicated that a party led by the former premier would cross the electoral threshold.
Coalition lawmakers lament Bennett’s resignation and thank him for his service, opposition members rejoice.
Ayelet Shaked has said she would be open to joining Likud leader Benjamin Netanyahu in forming a right-wing government.
The bill now returns to committee to be prepared for a third and final reading, where it will require a 61-vote majority to pass.
“Mideast News Hour” with Caroline Glick and guest Dr. Gadi Taub
The bill was put forth by MK Yariv Lavin of Likud, who declared: “A year ago, the worst government in Israel’s history was sworn in.”
The establishment of the new force follows lessons learned from the mass disturbances that erupted in 2021 during “Operation Guardian of the Walls.”
U.S. President Joe Biden’s upcoming Middle East visit should focus on three issues, says Maj. Gen. (ret.) Uzi Dayan: “Iran, Iran and Iran.”
Alternate Prime Minister Yair Lapid will become transitional prime minister from the time Knesset disbands until a new government is formed • Elections slated for October after High Holidays • Will be fifth election in less than four years.
