“We are the closest point to a real crisis in the government because of the [haredi] conscription bill,” says political analyst.
Benjamin Netanyahu
The National Unity Party head’s resignation from the emergency government will ultimately have little effect, expert says.
The address will be the Israeli premier’s fourth; Sen. Bernie Sanders says he’ll boycott the address, calling Netanyahu a “war criminal.”
A poll revealed that 70% of the public would like elections pushed forward, but also showed a strengthening of the coalition.
The prime minister is urging all 120 members of the Knesset to sign a declaration denouncing the move by the court’s chief prosecutor.
Conflicting political interests threaten to topple Israeli government, proving that unity might be more difficult than victory.
Demands for a hostage deal, a Rafah battle, governmental stability and US pressure all pushing the premier in different directions.
“It will happen,” stated the Israeli prime minister.
Anti-government demonstrations, which had been on a low flame since Oct. 7, burst forth with renewed ferocity this week.
Israel is bracing for intensifying demonstrations this week after Saturday night saw one of the largest anti-government gatherings since Oct. 7.
