[49942] Storm in Likud: MK Eliyahu Revivo sharply attacks his party colleague Tally Gotliv

Internal tension in Likud: Revivo against Gotliv

During the 'Likudiada' conference held today, May 4, 2026, tensions rose between Likud party members. MK Eliyahu Revivo sharply attacked his faction colleague, MK Tally Gotliv, claiming that her conduct is "doing crazy damage to Likud, crushing us." The report was conveyed by the Telegram channels Michael Shemesh and Avishai Grinzaig - Updates, which are identified with ongoing political coverage from the Knesset.

At the center of the criticism was the Judicial Selection Committee affair. Revivo told conference participants that he was present in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office, and described a dramatic scene in which Netanyahu "begged [Gotliv] with tears to withdraw her candidacy." According to Revivo, as published in News in Real Time, Gotliv's response was adamant: "Don't belittle me, I am the candidate."

These claims reveal the depth of the internal rift within the ruling party regarding the judicial system and sensitive appointments. While elements in Likud try to maintain a unified front, Revivo's words indicate deep frustration toward Gotliv, who is perceived by her critics as someone who acts independently and harms the party's goals.