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Netanyahu Urges Unity as Coalition Talks Intensify
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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is calling for national unity as Gadi Eisenkot prepares to form Israel's next government. Netanyahu seeks a broad coalition of "national" and "Zionist" parties to address national security and preserve Israel's Jewish character. Meanwhile, Yair Golan of Israel's Democrats is open to a unity government but demands significant changes from ultra-Orthodox parties, including military service and economic integration, and respect for secular life.
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- Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is calling for national unity as coalition talks intensify.
- Gadi Eisenkot is expected to receive the mandate to form Israel's next government on Sunday.
- Netanyahu seeks a "national unity government" including all "national camp" and "Zionist parties."
- Yair Golan of Israel's Democrats has set conditions for cooperation with ultra-Orthodox parties.
- Golan demands mutual responsibility, including military enlistment and economic integration from the ultra-Orthodox.
- Golan also insists on respect for secular lifestyles, including public transportation on Shabbat.
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