United Torah Judaism MK: Shas Would Join Government If Conscription Issue Resolved
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United Torah Judaism MK Yitzhak Pindrus believes Shas would join the "change bloc" government if the issue of yeshiva student conscription is resolved. Pindrus stated that negotiations have not yet begun, and his party awaits a concrete proposal. Shas, however, denied conducting any negotiations with the "left-wing coalition." Pindrus also indicated his party would not vote to replace the Knesset Speaker without a clear offer.
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- MK Yitzhak Pindrus believes Shas would join the government if the conscription issue is resolved.
- United Torah Judaism is waiting for a concrete proposal before starting negotiations.
- Shas denied conducting any negotiations with the "left-wing coalition."
- Pindrus stated his party won't vote to replace the Knesset Speaker without an offer.
- Pindrus suggested a resolution to the yeshiva student draft issue is key for coalition building.
Member of Knesset Yitzhak Pindrus of United Torah Judaism stated on Saturday evening that if a solution is found for the conscription of yeshiva students, the Shas party would join the "change bloc" government. Pindrus indicated that his party is awaiting a concrete proposal before engaging in negotiations, emphasizing that they would not vote to replace the current Knesset Speaker without one.
Pindrus explained that while there is expressed willingness from certain parties to resolve the legal issues surrounding yeshiva students' draft deferrals, actual solutions must be presented. He asserted that United Torah Judaism remains consistent in its positions both before and after elections, and would only join a government if presented with a viable plan addressing their core demands, regardless of who proposes it.
Regarding the upcoming vote on Matan Kahana's candidacy for Knesset Speaker, Pindrus stated that his party would not offer a "free gift" and would not vote in favor without a clear offer on the table. He suggested that the decision would require consultation with senior rabbis.
In response to Pindrus's remarks, Shas issued a statement clarifying that, under the directive of its Council of Torah Sages, the party is not conducting negotiations with any element of the "left-wing coalition" and urged other MKs to refrain from speaking on their behalf.
Pindrus also addressed the possibility of relying on Arab parties, stating he is not bound by boycotts and believes a functioning government must be able to pass necessary legislation, including Judea and Samaria regulations. He expressed skepticism about the ability of such parties to withstand security challenges.
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