On Monday at 4 p.m., the Knesset plenary session commenced with a vote of no confidence in the government, led by the "HaAvoda" and "Yesh Atid" parties. This move was prompted by the government's perceived failure in efforts to secure the return of Israeli hostages captured by Hamas.
It is worth noting that this marks the first motion of no confidence submitted to the Knesset for consideration and voting since the beginning of the War of Iron Swords.
While it is not expected to be approved, individuals close to the coalition ministers argue that this is an irresponsible move, as it goes against the customary practice of submitting motions of no confidence during a war.
The chairman of the "Yisrael Beiteinu" party, addressed the Knesset, expressing that he currently deems it unnecessary to call for early elections.
He stated, "At a fundamental level, the State of Israel requires unity at this moment, and elections serve as a source of contention. It truly isn't the time to engage in a 90-day cycle of 'Jewish wars,' internal conflicts, and accusations."
"Moreover, on a practical level, holding elections right now is problematic, with 200,000 refugees in the country, and reservists stationed in the Gaza Strip and along the northern border," continued Liberman.
"Would you order to set up a polling station in Khan Yunis? Who would even go there to collect and tally the ballots? And how would people in Metula, Kiryat Shmona, and Sderot vote? Considering that Gantz, Eisenkot, and 'Mahanayim' are still part of the coalition, it is impractical. Therefore, elections are a political move, and now is not the time for political moves, certainly not for 'Jewish wars.'"
In recent days, tensions have escalated within the coalition. As previously reported, during a government session, the head of 'Mahanayim' Beni Gantz accused Likud of systematic violations of coalition agreements. However, he has not mentioned any intention to leave the coalition or the government in the near future.
