{
  "id": 18125665,
  "title": "Israel politicians accuse Netanyahu of being 'danger to Israel,' harming ties with US Democrats",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/04/israel-politicians-accuse-netanyahu-of-being-danger-to-israel-harming",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-04T13:46:51.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Jerusalem Post",
    "slug": "jerusalem-post",
    "url": "https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-913820"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Israeli politicians are warning that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu poses a growing danger to the country and its relationships with the United States and other nations. The Democratic Party's recent victory in the US midterm elections, which now controls both chambers of Congress, has highlighted Netanyahu's unpopularity among both Democrats and Republicans.\n\nYair Golan, party chair of Israel's Democratic Party, warned that Netanyahu's continued leadership could lead to international sanctions, global isolation, and a confrontation with the United States, Israel's most important ally. Golan implored Netanyahu to resign and called for a government of change to restore Israel's standing, advance strategic arrangements, and ensure its security.\n\nOther politicians echoed Golan's concerns. MK Gilad Kariv urged Netanyahu to step down, stating that the blue wave within the US Democratic Party makes it clear that Netanyahu's policies will severely harm Israel's existential interests. Kariv accused Netanyahu of damaging relations with the Democratic Party and half of the Republican Party.\n\nOutgoing opposition leader Yair Lapid echoed these sentiments, arguing that the midterm results and internal disputes within Israel make it impossible for Netanyahu to form a unity government. Lapid emphasized that Netanyahu's continued rule would endanger Israel's security, democracy, and global standing.\n\nEven Ahmad Tibi of the Joint List, usually a critic of Netanyahu, appeared to mock the Shin Bet's investigation into foreign interference in the 26th Knesset elections, implying that the investigation was a coordinated effort between the Joint List and the Democrats in the United States.",
  "summary": "Yair Lapid, who leads the Yesh Atid party, added that the midterm results have ruined any chance of forming a unity government with Netanyahu.",
  "key_points": [
    "Netanyahu accused of endangering Israel and US relations",
    "Democratic Party's US midterm victory highlights Netanyahu's unpopularity",
    "Calls for Netanyahu's resignation and a government of change"
  ],
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  "illustration": null,
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}