Apologizes for ‘rude’ remarks to Bennett but rejects notion he has damaged Israel-Christian relations by accusing Bennett supporters of being ‘rabid dogs’ who want to ‘crucify’ Netanyahu
Nicole Jansezian
The fragile coalition has to survive another five days of possible defections and attempts by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his Likud members to persuade right wingers in the government to join them instead
Coalition leaders said, “If our political culture is based on lies, threats, hatred of Arabs and hatred of left wingers or hatred of right wingers who don’t adequately hate the Arabs and left wingers, then – yes – it is time for a change.”
Netanyahu calls Bennett a “serial liar;” Bennett responds, “Free the country to move on,” as the two exchange barbs during separate speeches on Sunday
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Arab party helps form new coalition for first time in Israeli history
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Nicole Jansezian is a journalist, travel documentarian and cultural entrepreneur based in Jerusalem. She serves as the Communications Director at CBN Israel and is the former news editor and senior correspondent for ALL ISRAEL NEWS. On her YouTube channel she highlights fascinating tidbits from the Holy Land and gives a platform to the people behind the stories.