Israeli Defense Minister Avigdor Lieberman resigned Wednesday in response to the Egypt-brokered ceasefire between Israel and Hamas-led factions in Gaza. Lieberman will retain his position as foreign minister, and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will take over the position of defense minister temporarily. Lieberman’s resignation may imperil Netanyahu’s leadership by weakening the right-wing coalition he leads in parliament. Lieberman also called for early elections in Israel.
Israeli Defense Minister Resigns over Gaza Ceasefire, Calls for Elections
HeadlineNov 15, 2018