BBC Online :
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has claimed a “huge win” in a vote that challenged his leadership of the Likud party.
Mr Netanyahu secured 72.5% as opposed to his rival Gideon Saar, who polled 27.5%.
Mr Saar admitted defeat, saying he would now back Mr Netanyahu in a general election due in March.
The internal party vote was seen as a test of Mr Netanyahu’s hold on power at a time of mounting difficulties.
Mr Netanyahu, 70, faces trial on bribery and corruption charges, as well as a third national election within a year.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has claimed a “huge win” in a vote that challenged his leadership of the Likud party.
Mr Netanyahu secured 72.5% as opposed to his rival Gideon Saar, who polled 27.5%.
Mr Saar admitted defeat, saying he would now back Mr Netanyahu in a general election due in March.
The internal party vote was seen as a test of Mr Netanyahu’s hold on power at a time of mounting difficulties.
Mr Netanyahu, 70, faces trial on bribery and corruption charges, as well as a third national election within a year.
