Israel swears in new coalition, ending Netanyahu's long rule

Outside the Knesset, hundreds of protesters watching the vote on a large screen erupted into applause when the new government was approved. Thousands of people, many waving Israeli flags, gathered in central Tel Aviv's Rabin Square to celebrate.“I look forward to working with Prime Minister Bennett to strengthen all aspects of the close and enduring relationship between our two nations,” he said in a statement after a G7 meeting in England wrapped up.

Bennett, an observant Jew, noted that the ancient Jewish people twice lost their homeland in biblical times due to bitter infighting. Israel’s Arab citizens make up about 20 per cent of the population, but have suffered from discrimination, poverty and lack of opportunities. Netanyahu has often tried portray Arab politicians as terrorist sympathisers, though he also courted the same Arab party in a failed effort to remain in power after Mar 23 elections.

But he also thanked Biden for his support of Israel. He promised to take a different approach than Netanyahu, who has alienated much of the Democratic Party through his antagonistic relationship with then-President Barack Obama and close ties with former President Donald Trump. “I will lead you in the daily struggle against this evil and dangerous leftist government in order to topple it,” he said. “God willing, it will happen a lot faster than what you think.”

The driving force behind the coalition is Yair Lapid, a political centrist who will become prime minister in two years in a rotation agreement with Bennett, if the government lasts that long.

Singapore Latest News, Singapore Headlines

Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.

Israel's Knesset to vote on new government, end Netanyahu's record reignIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's 12-year hold on power was set to end on Sunday when parliament votes on a new government, ushering in ...
Source: ChannelNewsAsia - 🏆 6. / 66 Read more »

Source: BusinessTimes - 🏆 15. / 51 Read more »

2 new COVID-19 clusters, including Bukit Merah View market; 10 new community infections reportedSINGAPORE: Singapore reported 10 new COVID-19 cases in the community as of noon on Sunday (Jun 13), including two unlinked infections. Eight ... Its endemic already no need to keep reporting every cases. Why are the nationalities of non Chinese indicated? Eg in ur articles, Indian nursing aide, Bangladeshi worker, Filipino nurse, Myanmar domestic worker. Does it matter? In light of recent increase of racist incidents, I think CNA should be more sensitive. Let's do better.
Source: ChannelNewsAsia - 🏆 6. / 66 Read more »

China cautions G7: 'Small' groups don't rule the worldCARBIS BAY, England: China on Sunday (Jun 13) pointedly cautioned Group of Seven leaders that the days when 'small' groups of countries decided ... Well, they used to. Time has changed. Some of them don't want to accept it. Hence proved. BS F china is a bully ChinaLiedMillionsDied Gloomy 7
Source: ChannelNewsAsia - 🏆 6. / 66 Read more »

Football: Czechs eager to snap decade-long winless run against ScotlandThe Czech Republic will be eager to end a winless run stretching back to 2011 against Scotland when they take on Steve Clarke's side in their Euro ...
Source: ChannelNewsAsia - 🏆 6. / 66 Read more »

Football: De Bruyne ruled out of Belgium's Euro 2020 opener against RussiaKevin De Bruyne will miss Belgium's first game of Euro 2020 against Russia in Saint Petersburg on Saturday as he continues his recovery from the ...
Source: ChannelNewsAsia - 🏆 6. / 66 Read more »