Why Benjamin Netanyahu was removed?

Additionally, on 21 November 2019, Netanyahu was officially indicted for breach of trust, accepting bribes, and fraud. As a result of the indictment, Netanyahu is legally required to relinquish his ministry portfolios other than prime minister.

What happened to former Israeli prime minister?

Former Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon died on 11 January 2014. His death received a number of international responses. His state funeral was held on 13 January in accordance with Jewish burial customs.

Who is the prime minister of Israel now?

Naftali BennettSince 2021
Israel/Prime minister

Will new Israeli government remove Netanyahu from office?

For now, however, the new government has accomplished its primary objective: removing Netanyahu from office. Netanyahu, who also served as prime minister from 1996 to 1999, had become nearly synonymous with Israel during his decade-plus in power.

What happened to Netanyahu?

Netanyahu, who served as Israel’s leader continuously beginning in 2009 and holds the distinction of being the country’s longest-serving prime minister, was removed from the job in a razor-thin vote in the Knesset, Israel’s parliament, on Sunday.

What did Netanyahu say in his last speech as Prime Minister?

In his final speech as prime minister, delivered ahead of the vote, Netanyahu attempted to remind members of the parliament why he should remain as prime minister, running through a list of his accomplishments and warning that the new government would not be able to stand up to the security threats facing Israel, particularly from Iran.

Who is the next Prime Minister of Israel?

Benjamin Netanyahu replaced as Israeli prime minister after 12 years in office By Ben Sales and Shira Hanau June 13, 2021 1:55 pm Netanyahu, pictured here in 2019, was hailed in Israel for steady economic growth and relative security, and derided by opponents for corruption and stoking division in Israeli society. (Miriam Alster/Flash90)