[65377] Yair Golan attacks: Netanyahu is unfit to manage security and political challenges

Sharp criticism from Yair Golan regarding the Prime Minister's performance

During a faction meeting held today, May 18, 2026, the chairman of the Democrats party, Yair Golan, sharply attacked the fitness of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. According to the report by Amir Ettinger & Yuval Segev and Hadashot B'Zman on Telegram, Golan claimed that "It is not certain that Netanyahu is in physical or cognitive fitness to manage all the challenges right now".

The statement caused echoes in the various media outlets. Amit Segal, identified by his positions with a line supporting Netanyahu and the current administration, reported the remarks while emphasizing their severity, while presenting a critical stance toward Golan. On the other hand, ynet news conveyed the quote as an official news flash, without added commentary, but while focusing on the central claim regarding the Prime Minister's cognitive and physical fitness.

In addition to these remarks, Golan also addressed in his criticism the government's conduct toward the country's law enforcement and oversight institutions. According to him, as quoted in Hadashot B'Zman on Telegram, "The government is carrying out an assassination of the gatekeepers. Metaphorically, of course". This statement reflects the growing tension between the opposition and the government regarding the question of the stability of public systems in Israel.