Israeli Party 'Tnuat AHI' Withdraws from Election Race
Translated & summarized from NEWSru Israel by baba
The Israeli party 'Tnuat AHI,' led by Yuval Elimelech, has withdrawn from the election race. The decision followed discussions where Elimelech was urged to step down to avoid splitting right-wing votes. The party is associated with Rabbi Chaim Yosef David Aberjel, who faces sexual offense allegations.
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- The 'Tnuat AHI' party, led by Yuval Elimelech, has withdrawn from the election race.
- The party is linked to Rabbi Chaim Yosef David Aberjel, who is under investigation for sexual offenses.
- Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reportedly urged the party's withdrawal.
- Discussions involved former chief rabbi Shlomo Amar and Knesset Member Almog Cohen.
- The withdrawal aims to prevent the loss of right-wing votes.
The Israeli political party 'Tnuat AHI,' led by Yuval Elimelech, has announced its withdrawal from the upcoming election race. The party is associated with Rabbi Chaim Yosef David Aberjel, who is reportedly under investigation for sexual offenses.
Prior to the decision, Elimelech met with former chief rabbi Shlomo Amar, heads of local councils, and Knesset Member Almog Cohen. Lawyer Lior Katzav also participated in discussions, reportedly acting on behalf of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Katzav urged Elimelech to withdraw from the elections to prevent the "burning" of votes from the right-wing camp.
The party's withdrawal aims to consolidate support within the right-wing bloc.
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