'Bibi can kiss my a**': Ofer Winter says his support for Netanyahu is not unconditional

Ofer Winter, chairman of Israel's People of Israel party, stated in an interview on Saturday that his support for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is not unconditional. He emphasized that Netanyahu must adhere to his party's demands if he wants to retain that support. If Netanyahu fails to do so, Winter declared, "Bibi can kiss my a**." He meant this seriously, stating that he works for the party, not an individual.

Winter outlined several conditions for continued support, including a decisive military outcome in Gaza, emigration from Gaza, the passing of a law requiring Haredi citizens to serve in the IDF, and a right-wing coalition that does not rely on United Torah Judaism (UTJ) for its 61st Knesset seat. He firmly stated that he would refuse to join a government that does not work towards these goals, asserting that his party would not be part of such a government.

He described Yair Golan, head of the Democrats party, and Arabs as a "danger to the State of Israel" due to their inclusion in the Yashar party led by Gadi Eisenkot. Winter called for responsible leadership that unifies the right and fights for the people of Israel. He dismissed Yair Golan and described a previous conversation with Eisenkot where he discussed his plan for emigration from Gaza, emphasizing the need to separate the population and defeat them.

When asked if he ruled out Haredi parties, Winter said he was not against the ultra-Orthodox community but that it was time for change. He expressed respect for Torah scholars but clarified that he could not accept the current situation. Winter reiterated his determination to continue running his election campaign to the end, emphasizing that he is a fighter who will not stop fighting.

He described himself as a public servant, fighting for a path, not for a party. He concluded by calling for change and encouraging voters to support "the People of Israel."