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Democrats Candidate Naor Narkis Vows to Close Mikvehs in Next Government
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First reported by Now 14 · 7 hours ago
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Democratic Party candidate Naor Narkis confirmed his support for closing mikvehs in Israel, responding to a Religious Zionism party AI video. He pledged to dismantle the ultra-Orthodox establishment if appointed Minister of Secularism. The video is part of a series by Religious Zionism highlighting controversial statements from opposition figures ahead of the next government formation.
- 01Naor Narkis confirmed support for closing mikvehs in a response to a Religious Zionism AI video.
- 02He aims to become Minister of Secularism and dismantle the ultra-Orthodox establishment.
- 03The Religious Zionism party released multiple videos targeting opposition leaders' statements.
- 04Yair Golan confirmed his remarks about closing the Ali pre-military academy.
- 05Naftali Bennett was shown supporting Palestinian autonomy in Areas A and B.
- 06Yair Lapid was portrayed as promoting peace with Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas.
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