Gideon Saar, a member of Israel's opposition, has announced that he will be joining Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government, strengthening the coalition. This comes as Netanyahu faces criticism over his handling of the war between Israel and Hamas. Saar had been one of Netanyahu's staunchest opponents in recent years. He and three other members of his party will be joining the coalition, increasing its size to 68 members. Saar has been appointed as a minister without a portfolio.