Bennett Warns Against Partial Deal with Iran, Slams Mossad Firings

Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett defends Mossad official K., who was dismissed, warns against a partial deal with Iran, and sets conditions for forming the next government. In an interview with N12, he states that the overarching goal vis-à-vis Iran is the complete dismantling of its nuclear program, and clarifies that he will establish a government of Zionist parties, while ruling out partnership with Ra'am at this stage.

In an interview with N12, former Prime Minister and chairman of the 'Together' party, Naftali Bennett, defends Mossad official K., who was dismissed by Mossad chief Roman Gofman, and warns against a partial deal with Iran. Bennett describes K. as one of the most capable people, and claims that the overthrow of the Iranian regime did not proceed due to political reasons, not professional failure. He states that the overarching goal vis-à-vis Iran is the complete dismantling of its nuclear program, and if that does not happen, "it is very bad for Israel's security." Bennett declares his intention to relaunch the "Octopus Doctrine," which includes economic, diplomatic, cyber, and covert campaigns to weaken the regime. On the political front, he sets conditions for forming the next government: a government of Zionist parties that support a Jewish and democratic state and support conscription for all. Regarding partnership with Ra'am, he says, "As of today, Ra'am is not a Zionist party." He dismisses reports of contacts between Lapid and Eisenkot as irrelevant.