The push to have the inquiries take place now rather than after the Gaza operation concludes stems from a desire to have the issues addressed before a potential flare-up in the north.
The poll, conducted by Maagar Mochot Institute, examined how many Knesset seats Likud would get if it were to run under a different leadership. It shows that if Nir Barkat were to become chairman the party would likely get 19 seats – the same as what Netanyahu would bring under that poll. If former Mossad chief Yossi Cohen becomes Likud leader, the party will strengthen and get 22 seats.
The unusual statement comes after Otzma Yehudit leader Itamar Ben-Gvir threatened to topple Netanyahu's gov't. "Reckless deal = dismantling of the government," Ben-Gvir posted on X.
Under the program showcased at the event, several settlements would be established in the Gaza Strip: Yishai "will be built on the outskirts of the devastated town of Beit Hanoun,” Maoz on the southern Gaza coast, and the “Gates of Gaza” on "the destroyed city of Khan Younis." There would also be a dedicated area of Haredi settlement called “Hessed La'alafim” south of Rafah.
The conference has traditionally had Israeli speakers placed in key panels and forums. But this year, Israeli officials will not be allowed to address the plenary. Likewise, families of the captives held by Hamas will only be allowed to hold an event on the sidelines.
"We yelled and we warned," National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir says at event. "If you don't want another October 7, we need to return home and control the land." Some attendees called for forceful relocation of Palestinians.
The UNRWA compound in question was allegedly built without a proper permit for its current usage. The land, spanning 21 acres, is located near the Qalandiya checkpoint and was purchased at the beginning of the 20th century by Jewish philanthropists abroad, who donated it to a special fund for developing Jewish settlement in the Jerusalem area.
At one point, when the conversation was about the operational activity in Gaza and the dilemmas surrounding the release of their loved ones, he said, according to a recording obtained by Israel Hayom: "I cannot commit to bringing all the captives home alive."
Although there are still four years left until the end of the current MOU with the US on military aid, Israel will try to promote a future agreement now, and perhaps even increase its scope in view of the Biden administration's friendly posture during the war. Plan includes fighter jets as well as helicopters.
The big winner from holding elections now would be the last party that joined the government and is now extending its days: The State Party led by Gantz. It is projected to garner 31 seats in the poll, compared to only 12 seats in the current Knesset.