Religious Zionism Party Slams Feiglin Over Remarks on Arab Candidate

Senior figures within the Religious Zionism party have sharply criticized Moshe Feiglin for his stance against disqualifying Sami Abu Shehadeh from running for the Knesset. Sources within the party described Feiglin's comments as crossing a red line and contradicting their core ideology, which opposes admitting terror supporters into parliament.

Feiglin's statement has caused significant outrage among party activists and leaders, as opposing terror supporters in the Knesset is a central tenet of the Religious Zionism movement and a top priority. Party officials stated that Feiglin's remarks represent a complete reversal of the party's platform and its messaging in recent election campaigns.

The controversy is heightened by the fact that the Religious Zionism and Zehut parties have technically united for a joint list but are running separate campaigns. Despite maintaining a policy of mutual respect and non-interference, Feiglin's comments are seen by Religious Zionism as a violation of core values that cannot be ignored.

Otzma Yehudit chairman Itamar Ben-Gvir joined the criticism, calling Feiglin disconnected from security realities and basic Zionist values for not understanding the danger of allowing terror supporters into the Knesset. While emphasizing their commitment to the technical union and respecting all candidates, Religious Zionism sources affirmed they would not remain silent on fundamental issues concerning Israel's security and the character of the Knesset.