Channel 14 Host Warns of Betrayal if Haredim Align with Left
Translated & summarized from Ice by baba
Yinon Magal, a prominent Israeli TV host, fiercely criticized the Haredi party United Torah Judaism for not recommending Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for government formation. Magal warned that any alliance with left-wing parties would be a betrayal of the right-wing bloc and Netanyahu, who would not be forgiven. This statement follows United Torah Judaism's unprecedented move of not endorsing any candidate, a significant shift after 20 years. Magal also drew a distinction between United Torah Judaism and Shas, believing the latter would not join such a move.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Yinon Magal warned of severe repercussions if United Torah Judaism aligns with left-wing parties.
- Magal stated that Netanyahu's supporters would not forgive a betrayal by the Haredi party.
- United Torah Judaism notably did not recommend any candidate for prime minister.
- This is the first time in 20 years the Haredi party has not backed Netanyahu.
- Magal contrasted United Torah Judaism's potential move with that of Shas.
Yinon Magal, host of Channel 14's 'The Patriots,' has strongly criticized the possibility of the United Torah Judaism party not recommending Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for forming the next government. Magal warned that if the Haredi party chooses to cooperate with left-wing parties, particularly over the contentious conscription law and relations with the government, it would be a severe blow to the right-wing bloc and Netanyahu. He stated that supporters of the Prime Minister would not forgive such a move, calling it the "greatest surrender" and comparing it to a mafia-like extortion.
Magal specifically mentioned the potential for United Torah Judaism to align with parties like the Labor Party, represented by Naama Lazimi, and the Democrats, represented by Gilad Kariv. He emphasized that this would be seen as stabbing Netanyahu and his supporters in the back, and they would not be forgiven. However, Magal differentiated United Torah Judaism from the Shas party, expressing doubt that Shas, especially under Aryeh Deri's leadership, would join such a move, suggesting it would be difficult for them if the Ashkenazi Haredi party proceeded without them.
This commentary comes in the wake of United Torah Judaism's unusual decision during consultations with President Yitzhak Herzog not to recommend any candidate for prime minister. This marks the first time in two decades that the Haredi faction has not endorsed Netanyahu, signaling a significant shift in their political relationship. Magal also addressed a recent media controversy involving his show and the satirical program 'Eretz Nehederet' on Keshet 12, which aired a skit about 'The Patriots' and Magal himself. Channel 14 responded with its own satirical video, criticizing Keshet 12's coverage.
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