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Thursday, May 19, 2016
Kahlon backs Liberman for defense minister, praises Ya’alon
Add ToI as a Preferred Source on GoogleFinance Minister Moshe Kahlon (Kulanu) is backing the expected appointment of Yisrael Beytenu leader Avigdor Liberman as defense minister.
“I am opposed to attempts to discredit Liberman; he will be evaluated and judged solely on his performance as minister,” says Kahlon.
The finance minister also praises Ya’alon.
“The State of Israel owes a great debt to Ya’alon,” he says. “I hope that Ya’alon will be given a senior, key position in the coalition, and continue to be a member of the [security] cabinet. His contribution to the government is critical.”
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