Israel’s Netanyahu on Cusp of Defeat

The video discusses the formation of a new Israeli coalition government comprising eight diverse parties, including far-left, far-right, and an Arab Islamist group. The coalition aims to avoid another election and replace Benjamin Netanyahu. Naftali Bennett, a right-wing nationalist, is set to become Prime Minister, with Yair Lapid as Foreign Minister. The coalition plans to focus on technical issues like COVID spending and social reform, avoiding contentious topics like Israeli-Palestinian conflicts. The coalition's success is uncertain due to opposition efforts to delay the vote and internal disagreements.

What are some of the issues the coalition plans to avoid discussing?

What challenges does the coalition face in terms of support from right-wing politicians?