Smotrich Vows To Overthrow Netanyahu, Ben-Gvir’s Party Quits Govt Over ‘Disgraceful’ Gaza Ceasefire
The far-right Otzma Yehudit party left Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s coalition government on January 19 after Israel agreed to a ceasefire with Hamas. Three ministers, including Itamar Ben Gvir, resigned, criticizing the deal as a “surrender to terrorism.” The decision ends their coalition membership and raises concerns about Netanyahu’s government stability. While Netanyahu retains support from ultra-Orthodox allies and opposition, analysts suggest he aims to leverage public sentiment by framing the ceasefire as a strategic victory to avoid new elections. n18oc_crux
