Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich warns of government collapse if war in Gaza does not resume after ceasefire phase ends.

Israel's finance minister Bezalel Smotrich has threatened to topple Prime Minister Netanyahu's coalition if war in Gaza doesn't resume post-ceasefire. Smotrich's departure could lead to government collapse.

He is the author of "Putin’s Hybrid War and the Jews" Though celebrating the return of the hostages, Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich maintains his opposition to the ceasefire and condemns what he claims are efforts to “silence” this position.

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Israel's far-right finance minister, Bezalel Smotrich, has spoken out in favour of Israeli occupation of the entire Gaza Strip, in remarks to Israeli military radio. Smotrich, the leader of the Religious Zionist Party,

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Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich threatens to dismantle the government if it proceeds with the second phase of the ceasefire deal.

Far-right minister says he 'received a commitment' that there would be a gradual Israeli takeover of enclave, despite ceasefire deal

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I have a national responsibility for victory and security, and I am ready to pay the price," the Finance Minister wrote.

Far-right finance minister reportedly haggling over emerging Hamas ceasefire agreement with Netanyahu, who is said to offer West Bank settlement boost if he stays in government The post Smotrich vows to carry on Gaza war,