Netanyahu Signals Readiness for Major Concessions on Haredi Draft Law
Translated & summarized from Behadrei Haredim by baba
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu signaled a willingness to make significant concessions on the Haredi draft law to the United Torah Judaism party. The party's MKs are divided, with some leaning towards supporting Netanyahu amid expectations of new elections. A key demand remains a draft law without sanctions or quotas.
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- Prime Minister Netanyahu is ready to make major concessions on the Haredi draft law, according to a message sent to United Torah Judaism.
- United Torah Judaism MK Yaakov Asher stated the party's demands regarding the draft law are clear.
- MK Meir Porush urged support for Netanyahu, citing his commitment to the right-wing bloc.
- MK Gamliel Goldknopf insists on a draft law without sanctions or quotas.
- Yaakov Asher denied any contact with National Unity Party leader Gadi Eisenkot.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has conveyed a message to the United Torah Judaism party, stating his readiness to "go very far" on the issue of the Haredi draft law, ahead of recommendations being submitted to the President. The message was delivered through an intermediary to MK Yaakov Asher, who responded that the party's demands are clear. Netanyahu's associates have also approached Haredi representatives in recent hours, urging them to publicly declare their support for the Prime Minister.
During a meeting of United Torah Judaism faction leaders, MK Meir Porush advocated for supporting Netanyahu, referencing his commitment to the Haredi community and the right-wing bloc. MK Asher also leaned towards supporting Netanyahu, partly due to the expectation of further elections and a desire to avoid appearing to quickly join a left-wing government. Asher denied any contact with National Unity Party leader Gadi Eisenkot, stating that no one on Eisenkot's behalf had approached him, despite Asher maintaining friendly relations with individuals in that party.
Meanwhile, MK Gamliel Goldknopf maintained his position, not explicitly supporting or opposing Netanyahu, but emphasizing the need for a draft law without sanctions or quotas. The party is navigating its political stance as the country approaches a potential new round of elections, with internal discussions focusing on the draft law and coalition dynamics.