Analysis: Bennett-Lapid alliance attempt to unseat Netanyahu

Author: Simon Speakman CordallPublished on: April 27, 2026Country: Israel

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Analysis: Bennett-Lapid alliance attempt to unseat Netanyahu

Former Israeli prime ministers Naftali Bennett and Yair Lapid have announced the resumption of their alliance to challenge Benjamin Netanyahu in the upcoming elections. At a press conference in Herzliya, Bennett stated they are establishing the 'Together' party under his leadership. However, a poll suggests that this new bloc may win four fewer seats than their former parties if running separately.

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