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Ultra-Orthodox Party May Withhold PM Endorsement
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For the first time since 2009, United Torah Judaism is considering not recommending any candidate for prime minister, including Benjamin Netanyahu and Gadi Eisenkot. The Shas party leader is also reportedly thinking about leaving the Knesset after the party's election results.
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- United Torah Judaism may not recommend any candidate for prime minister for the first time since 2009.
- The ultra-Orthodox party is considering withholding support from both Benjamin Netanyahu and Gadi Eisenkot.
- Shas party leader is contemplating leaving the Knesset after election collapse.
- UTJ has not ruled out talks with Gadi Eisenkot but sees little prospect of a deal.
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