Israel's political situation may worsen after Likud's statement against Liberman

In a fresh blow to Yisrael Beytenu, ruling Likud party has blamed its senior leader Liberman of '"misleading". The party added that, "he says 'I will consider' to every offer and stalls for a few days. His goal is to end Netanyahu's career and replace him," according to The Jerusalem Post.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had until late Wednesday to form a new ruling coalition with a recalcitrant ally or face the possible end of a decade of combative leadership of Israel. As the hours ticked by, there was no sign of a breakthrough in talks with the far-right former defence minister, Avigdor Lieberman.

Parliament began a full-day debate on a motion to dissolve itself and call a new election if no deal is struck.