The vice chairman of the World Zionist Organization, Yizhar Hess, has strongly criticized the proposed appointment of Yair Netanyahu to a board position within the organization. Hess described the move as 'unacceptable' and said it undermines a previously negotiated, balanced agreement intended to unite the Jewish community and address key challenges. The announcement of Netanyahu's appointment reportedly caused shock and dismay among liberal and pluralistic representatives, who insisted that any agreement must be fair and inclusive. Hess emphasized that his group, Mercaz, will keep working with partners to achieve a balanced final deal.