Likud

Likud is a major right-wing political party in Israel. Founded in 1973, it has historically advocated for a strong national security policy and a more assertive stance regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Currently, Likud is newsworthy due to several recent events. Firstly, the Israeli parliament debated a bill to impose the death penalty on Palestinians convicted of killing Israelis in the West Bank, a move supported by some within Likud. Secondly, former U.S. President Trump publicly criticized Israel's President Herzog for not pardoning Prime Minister Netanyahu, the Likud leader, in his ongoing corruption trial. Finally, the Israeli government, led by Netanyahu, has been criticized for revoking the citizenship of Palestinian citizens, raising concerns about discriminatory laws. These events highlight Likud's current influence on Israeli policy and its impact on both domestic and international affairs.