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Liberman's Opposition Blueprint Sparks Debate Over Coalition Strategy

1/26/2026

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Avigdor Liberman, leader of Yisrael Beytenu, sent a letter outlining guiding principles for an opposition government to defeat Benjamin Netanyahu.
The letter states that only the Israel Defense Forces can determine service assignments and proposes sanctions for draft evaders.
Blue and White leader Benny Gantz criticized Liberman for unclear positions on preventing a coalition with Arab parties or far-right figures.
Liberman rejected Gantz's claims, stating he opposes partnering with Ra’am.

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Avigdor Liberman, leader of Yisrael Beytenu, sent a letter outlining guiding principles for an opposition government to defeat Benjamin Netanyahu.
The letter states that only the Israel Defense Forces can determine service assignments and proposes sanctions for draft evaders.
Blue and White leader Benny Gantz criticized Liberman for unclear positions on preventing a coalition with Arab parties or far-right figures.
Liberman rejected Gantz's claims, stating he opposes partnering with Ra’am.