Lapid: Painful Compromises Needed for Government Formation
Translated & summarized from Ynet by baba
Yair Lapid stated that a government will be formed in Israel through painful compromises, emphasizing the necessity of such a step. The "change bloc" is negotiating with United Torah Judaism, considering a freeze on Haredi conscription enforcement. Intensive talks are also reportedly occurring with Ra'am chairman Mansour Abbas regarding recognition of Hamas as a terror organization, a condition he has reportedly agreed to in principle.
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- Yair Lapid stated a government will be formed in Israel, requiring painful compromises.
- The "change bloc" is negotiating with United Torah Judaism on conscription issues.
- A proposal includes freezing Haredi conscription enforcement for up to a year.
- Ra'am chairman Mansour Abbas is being considered as a coalition partner.
- Abbas reportedly agreed in principle to recognize Hamas as a terror organization.
Yair Lapid, chairman of Yesh Atid, stated on Thursday that a government will be formed, though it may take time and involve significant anxiety. He emphasized that a good and worthy government for the people of Israel will be established, as it would be national madness and unforgivable irresponsibility if it did not.
Lapid acknowledged that perfect governments or coalition agreements do not exist, and that painful compromises are necessary. He indicated that not all campaign promises might be fulfilled in the initial six months, but stressed that a government will be formed. He also mentioned learning from Benjamin Netanyahu that establishing a government comes first, followed by improvements and expansion.
Meanwhile, following the removal of Avigdor Lieberman's veto, the "change bloc" led by Gadi Eisenkot is focusing on a proposal for United Torah Judaism. The challenge is to secure their support, potentially through a commitment to freeze the enforcement of conscription for Haredim for up to a year, during which a mutually agreeable conscription law would be formulated based on a 2018 proposal.
Additionally, sources indicate that elements within the change bloc are still considering Mansour Abbas, chairman of Ra'am, as a potential coalition partner. Intensive talks are reportedly underway with Abbas and his associates, focusing on the condition of recognizing Hamas as a terror organization. Abbas has reportedly given his principled agreement to this condition, which is part of Eisenkot's principles, but demands seriousness from the change bloc for a genuine partnership. Democrats and members of Eisenkot's party are involved in mediation efforts. Abbas himself did not deny the reports, stating that Ra'am's decision will be made during coalition negotiations.
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