Ultra-Orthodox Parties Reject Coalition with 'Change Bloc' After Eisenkot Meeting
Translated & summarized from Maariv by baba
Chairman Yaakov Asher stated his party would not support a minority government, while Shas cited Netanyahu's commitment to a law regarding yeshiva students. Despite these statements, the "Change Bloc" believes Shas might join if agreements are reached with Degel HaTorah. There is also internal disagreement within the "Change Bloc" regarding supporting a minority government.
The story in 3 lines · by baba
- Shas reaffirmed its support for Benjamin Netanyahu following his commitment to a yeshiva student law.
- The "Change Bloc" believes Shas might join a government if agreements are reached with Degel HaTorah.
- There is internal disagreement within the "Change Bloc" on supporting a minority government.
Ultra-Orthodox parties have closed the door on the "Change Bloc," signaling they will not support a minority government. Shas also announced its continued support for Benjamin Netanyahu, citing his commitment to pass a law regulating the status of yeshiva students, as per the directive of the Council of Torah Sages. Shas reiterated that it is not negotiating with any other party.
Despite these declarations, members of the "Change Bloc" believe otherwise. The prevailing assessment within the bloc is that if agreements are reached with Degel HaTorah, Shas might also consider joining the government. However, Shas officials reject this assessment, stating they see no feasibility in joining a government led by Gadi Eisenkot.
Within the "Change Bloc" itself, there is no consensus on the desired course of action. Some members, particularly from Yair Lapid's faction, advocate for providing Eisenkot full backing for any move he chooses, including swearing in a minority government as a first step. Conversely, others in the party oppose such a move at this stage.
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