My Word: Bibi, Bennett, blocs, and blocks - opinion
Israel's political landscape remains centered on established blocs and the enduring influence of Benjamin Netanyahu despite the emergence of new parties. The article discusses how former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett's new political venture does not fundamentally alter the existing political dynamics. The ongoing rivalry between Netanyahu and opposition figures like Yair Lapid continues to shape electoral discourse.
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My Word: Bibi, Bennett, blocs, and blocks - opinionNew party, old reality: Israel’s elections still revolve around blocs and the question of Netanyahu. (L-R) Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Former Israeli prime minister Naftali Bennett, Opposition Leader and Yesh Atid Chairman Yair Lapid.(photo credit: AVSHALOM SASSONI/FLASH90, Chaim Goldberg/Flash90, NAAMA GRYNBAUM/POOL/FLASH 90)
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