Israeli Ministers Denounce Opposition Over Haredi Party Deal Reports
Summarized from Israel National News by baba
Yoaz Hendel and Itamar Ben-Gvir have sharply criticized the Israeli opposition for reported talks to include ultra-Orthodox parties in a future government. Hendel decried the negotiations as a security risk during wartime, while Ben-Gvir accused opposition leaders of hypocrisy and abandoning promises on military service for Haredim. Ben-Gvir also alleged the opposition would rely on Arab parties, contrary to their pledges. The controversy involves potential shifts in coalition dynamics and Haredi military conscription.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Yoaz Hendel and Itamar Ben-Gvir condemned opposition talks to bring Haredi parties into a future government.
- Hendel criticized the negotiations as a security risk during wartime and a betrayal of values.
- Ben-Gvir accused opposition leaders of hypocrisy and abandoning promises on Haredi military enlistment.
- Ben-Gvir also alleged the opposition would rely on Arab parties, contradicting pre-election statements.
- Reports suggest Avigdor Liberman may lift his veto on including Haredi parties in a coalition.
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