Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich posted a sarcastic message wishing National Unity chairman Gadi Eisenkot success in the Democrats party primary, listing four candidates he described as radical — including Yaya Pink, who was filmed posting an evacuation order this week, and Naor Narkis, who has called for closing mikvahs. 'Just choose,' Smotrich wrote.
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich posted a sarcastic message Monday morning, wishing National Unity party chairman Gadi Eisenkot success in the Democrats party primary, which is being held today. Smotrich listed four candidates he characterized as radical: Yaya Pink, who was filmed earlier this week posting an evacuation order in a settlement; Naor Narkis, who has called for closing mikvahs (ritual baths); Yariv Oppenheimer, former head of Peace Now, who advocates for a Palestinian state; and Naama Lazimi, a candidate associated with the traditional left. 'Just choose,' Smotrich wrote, in a tone that blended mockery with political critique. The Democrats primary, with over 112,000 members voting digitally, has drawn attention for its slate of candidates. Political analyst Amit Segal (N12) assessed the process as more radical than Meretz's past primaries, as The Zioneer reported earlier today. Smotrich's post reflects the ongoing political rivalry between the right-wing bloc and the center-left ahead of the general election.
2 developments
- StrongReligious Zionism warns Democrats primary will elect left-wing government, names Golan, Lazimi, Pink
- DevelopingAmit Segal (N12) assesses Democrats primary as more radical than Meretz, with risks for both blocs
- StrongSmotrich attacks IDF chief over reported refusal to meet, accuses him of joining 'witch hunt'
- StrongSmotrich: Yitzhak Amit 'reminds of mafia conduct'
Source and signal
- Internal intake