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Ben-Gvir’s Party Exits Government Over Hamas Ceasefire Deal

1/21/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Itamar Ben-Gvir's Otzma Yehudit Party dramatically withdrew from Israel's government on January 16, 2025, in a fierce protest against a ceasefire deal with Hamas. The party condemned the agreement for freeing Palestinian prisoners and jeopardizing military gains. Nevertheless, Prime Minister Netanyahu's coalition remains intact, hinting at possible reshuffling of ministerial roles ahead.

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Historical Context

Itamar Ben-Gvir's Otzma Yehudit Party withdrew from Israel's government on January 16, 2025, protesting a ceasefire deal with Hamas that included releasing Palestinian prisoners. This reflects ongoing tensions in Israeli politics, reminiscent of past conflicts where hardline factions resisted peace efforts, such as during the Oslo Accords in the 1990s, highlighting the persistent divide over security and diplomacy in the region.

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Itamar Ben-Gvir's Otzma Yehudit Party dramatically withdrew from Israel's government on January 16, 2025, in a fierce protest against a ceasefire deal with Hamas. The party condemned the agreement for freeing Palestinian prisoners and jeopardizing military gains. Nevertheless, Prime Minister Netanyahu's coalition remains intact, hinting at possible reshuffling of ministerial roles ahead.

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