Tropper Rules Out Joining Netanyahu Government, Seeks Zionist Coalition for 2026

Chili Tropper, chairman of the Zionist Home-The Reservists Party, has firmly stated that his party will not join a government led by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. In an X/Twitter post, Tropper declared, "We will not sit in a Netanyahu government," outlining his party's commitment to seeking a "Zionist government" while working to broaden its coalition.

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We will not sit in a Netanyahu government

This stance reiterates Tropper's position from a July interview, where he similarly expressed that his party would not facilitate the formation of a government headed by Netanyahu. He emphasized that his party would not join a coalition that depends on parties he does not consider Zionist. Tropper explained his reasoning, stating he would not provide Netanyahu with the necessary 61 seats for a Knesset majority, arguing such a government would inevitably rely on non-Zionist forces, a coalition he cannot be part of.

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I have not hidden my opinion of Netanyahu. I am not among those who hate or despise him, but everyone who was there on October 7 needs to finish their term

Tropper also shared his personal view on Netanyahu, noting, "I have not hidden my opinion of Netanyahu. I am not among those who hate or despise him, but everyone who was there on October 7 needs to finish their term." He also criticized the current government for its perceived alliance with "draft dodgers" while reservists are repeatedly sent to the front lines.

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I cannot be part of such a coalition

Looking ahead to the 2026 elections, Tropper did not rule out political cooperation but confirmed that no concrete alliances are currently being discussed. "If there are relevant alliances, we will join forces. I am not closing any door, but right now there is nothing specific on the table," he said.

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If there are relevant alliances, we will join forces. I am not closing any door, but right now there is nothing specific on the table.