Israeli Likud lawmaker Tally Gotliv publicly condemned her party's decision to reserve a Knesset slot for Defense Minister Israel Katz, describing the move as "despicable" in a social media post on Monday.
Gotliv, a vocal critic within the party, did not provide further details in the post, but her remarks reflect internal tensions ahead of the next election cycle. The Likud party has not officially commented on the matter.
Katz, who has served as defense minister since 2024, is a senior figure in the party and a close ally of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The reserved slot is seen as a strategic move to ensure his continued presence in the Knesset.
The controversy highlights ongoing divisions within Likud as it prepares for upcoming elections, with some members pushing for a more unified front.
