Shas Party Affirms Support for Netanyahu, Denies Alternative Talks
Translated & summarized from JDN by baba
The Shas movement clarified its unwavering support for Benjamin Netanyahu's government formation, based on his commitment to yeshiva students' conscription deferral. The party denied engaging in any alternative coalition talks, despite opposition efforts to seek cooperation with Haredi factions. Shas's recommendation to the President followed guidance from the Council of Torah Sages.
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- Shas Party reaffirmed its full support for Benjamin Netanyahu's government formation.
- The party denied conducting any alternative coalition negotiations.
- Shas's support is conditional on Netanyahu advancing yeshiva students' conscription deferral.
- The clarification follows opposition attempts to engage Haredi parties.
- The decision aligns with directives from the Council of Torah Sages.
The Shas movement issued a firm clarification on Tuesday, aiming to quell rumors and reports of various political negotiations concerning the formation of the next government. The party stated that, following the directive of the Council of Torah Sages, Shas recommended Benjamin Netanyahu to the President for the role of prime minister.
Shas's faction emphasized that their recommendation and support for Netanyahu were contingent upon his explicit commitment to advancing legislation that would regulate the legal status of yeshiva students and postpone their military conscription. Consequently, the party stressed its continued full support for Netanyahu and denied engaging in any coalition negotiations or contacts with other political factions.
This announcement comes amid efforts by opposition elements to explore potential cooperation with the Haredi parties.
