Haredi Leaders Meet Amid Wizz Air Sale Talks and Political Maneuvering in Israel

This week’s coverage highlights significant events within the Haredi community and Israeli political circles. The anniversary of Rabbi Yitzchak Aghur’s passing coincided with the yahrzeit of the Rebbe of Shtampesht in Givatayim, drawing many followers to both locations. Rabbi Solomon of Shtampesht met with Moishe Fishman, Aghur’s chief of staff, to discuss potential future collaborations regarding pilgrim flows.

Business negotiations are also underway involving prominent figures. Ezra Ungar, a notable philanthropist, is reportedly in talks to acquire Arkia Airlines, while two young Haredi PR strategists are negotiating to purchase the Hungarian airline Wizz Air, motivated by concerns over Sabbath desecration by tens of thousands of Israelis annually. Additionally, the author of this report is engaged in talks to buy a Coca-Cola factory via installment payments.

In political developments, senior commentator Israel Cohen was seen in a secretive meeting at Tel Aviv’s Hilton Hotel with Yaakov Bardugo, a close associate of Prime Minister Netanyahu. Their discussion reportedly involved evaluating political players and potential Knesset candidates for the upcoming elections. Cohen also met with Gadi Eisenkot, Netanyahu’s main rival, in a confidential session.

The report also documents various social and religious gatherings: from Motty Steinmetz vacationing in France during the Three Weeks period, to prominent rabbis and philanthropists receiving blessings and participating in community events across Israel, Europe, and the United States. Notable figures include Rabbi Meaki Rosenberg from Montreal, Reuven Tzviaeli from Bnei Brak, and others involved in community leadership and charitable activities.

Finally, the piece notes ongoing preparations for the upcoming international real estate conference by Mishpacha newspaper, with young Jewish leaders in New York promoting investments and aliyah to Israel. The article closes with various celebrations and blessings within the Haredi world, including bar mitzvahs, weddings, and community milestones.