Economy Minister Dismisses Removal Plot Against Netanyahu as ‘Assassination Attempt’

Israel’s Economy Minister has strongly rejected reports of a move to remove Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu from office, declaring his unwavering support for the premier and pledging to respect the Likud party’s internal decisions. The minister’s comments come amid widespread speculation about potential challenges to Netanyahu’s leadership within the ruling coalition. He characterised the reports as a coordinated effort to undermine the government at a critical time, using language that suggested the allegations themselves were politically motivated rather than substantive governance concerns. As the party prepares for internal primary elections, tensions within Likud over leadership have become increasingly apparent, with various factions manoeuvring for position and influence. The minister used the occasion to pivot focus to what he described as the party’s next major priority: dismantling the national security establishment’s current structure. This reframing appears designed to shift debate away from internal party conflicts and towards policy disagreements, suggesting that calls for Netanyahu’s removal are part of a broader political campaign rather than genuine concerns about his leadership.

Source: Maariv — Original article in Hebrew.