Israel's Transport Minister Claims Netanyahu Offered Unity; Gadi Eisenkot Faces Choice
Summary
Israel’s Transport Minister Miri Regev says Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has offered a unity proposal, as Gadi Eisenkot weighs his political options. Eisenkot’s Yashar party canceled a planned meeting with Netanyahu’s Likud amid tensions over the caretaker prime minister’s speech in parliament.
Key Points
- Miri Regev said Benjamin Netanyahu had extended a unity offer and framed Gadi Eisenkot’s choice as one between Israel’s interest and political opponents.
- Eisenkot’s Yashar party canceled a planned meeting with Netanyahu’s Likud party to discuss forming a coalition government.
- The cancellation followed Netanyahu’s speech in parliament, which Yashar described as divisive and damaging to the dignity of politicians under his rule.
- Negotiations continue in Israel as parties try to build a new government.
