Sources close to Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich warned Tuesday evening that they would halt budgets for the IDF chief of staff if he continues what they described as political games, according to reports.
The warning from Smotrich's circle adds to recent criticism of the IDF chief of staff from political figures. The Zioneer has reported on earlier criticism, including a cabinet source who accused the chief of staff of taking part in a 'political game' during the election period, and MK Tally Gotliv who denounced the chief's letter as a political act. The threat to halt budgets, attributed to anonymous sources in Smotrich's entourage, underscores the growing rift between the political right and the military leadership as the campaign intensifies.
2 developments
- StrongSmotrich attacks IDF chief over reported refusal to meet, accuses him of joining 'witch hunt'
- DevelopingCabinet source: IDF chief taking part in 'political game' during elections
- DevelopingFinance Minister Smotrich tells Oded Harosh he considered resigning after October 7
- DevelopingBen Gvir tells advisers to cut off talks with Smotrich, Feiglin, Zehut party
Source and signal
- Internal intake