The small new Israeli party that could sink the anti-Bibi camp's hopes
'A broad Zionist government' (without Arabs), 'huge investments' in settlements and 'judicial reform': With a distinctly right-wing platform and promises of 'unity', Zionist Home may wind up impeding the replacement of Netanyahu's rule
In a warm July evening in Tirat Zvi, a religious kibbutz in northern Israel, about 40 people gathered to listen to candidates from the new Zionist Home–Reservists list. The candidates were Chili Tropper and Shira Shapira. When asked how their party differs from those led by Yisrael Beiteinu's Avigdor Lieberman and Kahol Lavan's Benny Gantz, Tropper emphasized that his party appeals to those feeling politically homeless and promotes unity.
Shapira, whose son was murdered on October 7, joined the merger with Tropper and former Communications Minister Yoaz Hendel. The party, which recently launched, aims to form a broad Zionist government, focusing on supporting those serving in the military or national service. While the party claims to have received support from many, their willingness to cooperate with Netanyahu is unclear.
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