Edelstein leaves Likud, citing inability to defend agenda, seeks 'broad' coalition

Senior Israeli lawmaker Yuval Edelstein announced his departure from the Likud party, stating he could no longer defend its current agenda. Edelstein, a prominent figure in Israeli politics, expressed a strong conviction that the country requires a significant shift.

"We need to make a change in this country," Edelstein told Channel 12. He criticized what he perceived as a lack of accountability and productivity within Likud, referring to it as an inability to "continue to allow freeloading."

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We need to make a change in this country

Edelstein's decision signals a potential realignment in the political landscape, as he indicated a desire to pursue the formation of a "broad" coalition government. This move comes amid ongoing political maneuvering and discussions about the future leadership and direction of the country. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Yair Lapid commented that Bennett would be better served as Prime Minister than himself at the present time.

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can't continue to allow freeloading