Edelstein: Netanyahu needs to be replaced, I'll run against him

Health Minister Yuli Edelstein has informed senior Likud members that he intends to run for the party leadership against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Kan 11 News reported on Monday.

According to the report, Edelstein said in closed conversations that "Netanyahu needs to be replaced." He has also met in recent days with prominent activists in the party and asked for their support.