Ofer Golan, a close adviser to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, informed him of his decision to step down from his role as spokesman and adviser. Netanyahu said that "over the years, Ofer has been a partner on the path, worked with great professionalism and dedication and made a significant contribution to me with wise counsel and integrity." Golan, who served as the spokesman for the Netanyahu family and also managed campaigns in recent election cycles, said: "I am ending my role with enormous appreciation for the prime minister and burning faith in him and in his mission."