"The Correction Begins": Naftali Bennett’s Cryptic Warning to the Netanyahu Government

The Israeli political arena is currently in a state of high alert following a cryptic and dramatic announcement by former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett. On Monday morning, precisely at 8:30 AM Israeli time, Bennett took to his social media platforms to issue what many are interpreting as a declaration of political war against the current administration. The message, which simply read, "Tick Tock, tonight. The correction begins," was accompanied by a 12 hour countdown, signaling that a major development or announcement is expected to take place at 8:30 PM tonight.

This move comes at a time of extreme national tension as Israel continues to navigate the complexities of a multi front war and internal social divisions. Bennett, who has been largely absent from the daily political fray since his unity government collapsed in 2022, has recently seen a massive surge in public opinion polls. Recent data suggests that his "Bennett 2026" party platform is resonating with a public that is increasingly weary of the current leadership's handling of security and the economy. By using the word "correction," Bennett is signaling a sharp departure from the policies of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, whom he has frequently criticized for losing Israel's qualitative military edge.

While the exact nature of the "correction" remains unknown, sources close to the former Prime Minister suggest it could involve the unveiling of a new, broad-based political alliance or a specific plan to address the draft of ultra-Orthodox citizens into the military. Bennett has previously stated that any future government he leads would be strictly "Zionist," distancing himself from his past partnership with Arab parties that drew heavy fire from the right wing. He has also been vocal about the need for a "Data Dome" to protect the country from AI driven cyber threats, suggesting his announcement tonight may have a heavy focus on national security and modernization.

The countdown has already triggered a wave of speculation among Knesset members and political analysts. Opponents of the current government have welcomed the post as a sign of a looming "political earthquake," while coalition members have dismissed it as a publicity stunt. However, with Bennett currently polling as the most trustworthy leader in several head to head matchups against Netanyahu, the "Tick Tock" message is being taken with the utmost seriousness. As the clock winds down to 8:30 PM, the nation waits to see if Bennett’s promised correction will be the first step in a total overhaul of the Israeli government.