Likud Seeks to Disqualify Joint List from Knesset Elections
Translated & summarized from Makan by baba
The Likud party has filed a petition to disqualify the Joint List from the upcoming Knesset elections, citing alleged support for armed struggle and denial of Israel's Jewish and democratic character. The Central Elections Committee will review the request, with potential appeals to the Supreme Court.
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- Likud petitions to disqualify Joint List from Knesset elections.
- Accusations include supporting armed struggle against Israel.
- Joint List also accused of denying Israel's Jewish, democratic identity.
- Move comes amid rising political competition before elections.
- Central Elections Committee to review the petition.
The Likud party has officially petitioned the Central Elections Committee to disqualify the Joint List from participating in the upcoming Knesset elections. According to party affairs correspondent Falih Habib, Likud accuses the Joint List of supporting armed struggle against Israel and denying its identity as a Jewish and democratic state. Likud stated its request is based on the belief that those who harm IDF soldiers have no place in the Knesset, referencing positions and statements attributed to the Joint List. This move comes amid heightened election preparations for the October elections, following the deadline for submitting candidate lists. The Central Elections Committee is expected to review the disqualification request under election law, with potential appeals to the Supreme Court. The attempt to disqualify the Joint List occurs amidst escalating political competition before the elections, as Arab parties are considered a significant factor in the composition of the next Knesset and the balance of power between political blocs.
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