Israel Beiteinu Explains Compromise With Haredim as 'Lesser of Two Evils'
Translated & summarized from Maariv by baba
MK Rafi Ben-Shitrit of Yisrael Beiteinu explained the party's compromise with Haredi parties as the "lesser of two evils" due to political realities. He stated that new elections or a Netanyahu-led government were unacceptable alternatives. Ben-Shitrit also insisted that any conscription law must ensure those not studying will be drafted to meet the IDF's needs and pass High Court review.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- MK Rafi Ben-Shitrit called the compromise with Haredi parties the "lesser of two evils."
- Yisrael Beiteinu will not join a coalition not explicitly condemning Hamas.
- New elections and a Netanyahu government were deemed unacceptable alternatives.
- Ben-Shitrit demanded that anyone not studying must be drafted into the IDF.
- Any conscription plan must pass High Court of Justice scrutiny.
Member of Knesset (MK) Rafi Ben-Shitrit of the Yisrael Beiteinu party explained the party's decision to compromise with Haredi (ultra-Orthodox) parties, despite election promises, by framing it as the "lesser of two evils" in the current political reality. In an interview on 103FM, Ben-Shitrit stated that the political landscape necessitates compromise, as "not everyone can come with their full desires." He outlined the alternatives considered: new elections, which he deemed bad for everyone, and a government led by Benjamin Netanyahu, which was unacceptable. Yisrael Beiteinu had pledged not to join a coalition supported by parties that do not explicitly state Hamas is a terrorist organization that must be destroyed, and also raised concerns about UNRWA laws and Judea and Samaria regulations.
Ben-Shitrit indicated that the Haredi parties remained as the remaining option, leading to the "lesser of two evils" compromise. He acknowledged that this alliance brings the contentious issue of the conscription law to Yisrael Beiteinu. Regarding this law, Ben-Shitrit asserted a clear principle: "Everyone who does not study will be drafted." He emphasized the immediate need for the IDF to have soldiers, both combat and support roles, and noted that this is a demand. He also mentioned hearing a certain tone from Haredi parties concerning those who do not study, and stressed that any conscription plan must withstand High Court of Justice scrutiny.
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