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According to "The Times of Israel," Ben Gvir, the leader of the "Otzma Yehudit" party, refused Benjamin Netanyahu's invitation to merge with Itamar Ben-Gvir's party, which has angered the Likud party.
Analysis & context
Analysis & Context
Analytically, this conflict within the Israeli right-wing parties reflects a broader struggle for political dominance and influence in the Israeli government. In a wider context, small parties like "Otzma Yehudit" play a specific role in forming the Israeli government, where any small party can play a decisive role in determining the next prime minister. The disagreement between Ben Gvir and Netanyahu highlights the significant impact that small parties can have on Israeli politics.
