Modern Developments and conditions in Israel

Question 1

What happened on June 14th, 2021 in Israel regarding the executive office?

Answer 1

Israel’s prime minister Netanyahu was ousted from government through a 59-60 majority in Knesset. Replaced by Naftali Bennet, a bald bloke who is an ally of the Yamani ultranationalist Jewish party.

Question 2

What did Naftali Bennet say were his relationship building priorities?

Answer 2

Naftali Bennet said his main priority was to gain the support of the American Jewry, reminiscent of WW1 Britain. He also pledged to fix relationships with Jordan, the EU, and the Democratic Party of the USA. He is on the way there, as Boris Johnson, India, and the United Arab Emirates have recognized the new coalition government.

Question 3

Who is the new foreign minister?

Answer 3

The new foreign minister is Yair Lapid, the architect of the coalition, and will replace Naftali Bennet as Prime Minister in two years.

Question 4

Who is the outgoing president?

Answer 4

In a month, that is July 2021, Reuven Rivlin will finish his term in office.

Question 5

How is Netanyahu reacting to this?

Answer 5

Netanyahu is looking to overthrow this new government and does not recognize its legitimacy at all.

Question 6

Who is the prime minister of India and what are his ties to Netanyahu?

Answer 6

The Indian Prime Minister is Narendra Modi, who had very close ties with Netanyahu. He congratulated Bennet on his successes.

Question 7

What is Lapid and Bennet’s standpoint of the Iran nuclear deal?

Answer 7

To completely prevent Iran from recieving any nuclear weapons whatsoever.