Arab Parties Seek Unlikely Alliance to Ouster Netanyahu in Israel
Arab lawmakers signal a historic shift by considering joining Jewish parties to end Benjamin Netanyahu's leadership following the Israeli elections.
POLICY WIRE — Jerusalem, Israel — A veteran Arab legislator in Israel has signaled that his bloc is prepared to abandon long-standing political norms. The move involves a potential alliance with Jewish-led factions in a collective effort to terminate Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s enduring tenure.
Lawmaker Ahmad Tibi indicated that the Joint List is exploring a partnership with Jewish parties aimed at removing Netanyahu from power. Such a cooperation would fundamentally reshape the political landscape and traditions that have defined the country for decades.
The strategy for the Joint List involves exerting significant influence over the decisions of the outgoing government without necessarily participating in the formal administration itself.
Despite these overtures, opponents of the Prime Minister face a complex dilemma regarding the practical integration of Arab parties into their coalition efforts.
The developments come as Israel’s elections concluded without a clear victor, prompting various factions to begin negotiating the formation of a new government coalition.
Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)
