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Eisenkot Explores Minority Government Option Amidst Coalition Challenges
Gadi Eisenkot is exploring the formation of a minority government that would rely on the abstention of United Torah Judaism and Ra'am. The complex plan, which Eisenkot ordered to be examined, aims to establish a government under his leadership while bypassing direct negotiations with the Joint List.
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What happened
- 01Gadi Eisenkot has ordered an examination into forming a minority government relying on abstentions from United Torah Judaism and Ra'am.
- 02The proposed plan would secure 49 votes in favor of Eisenkot's government, with MK Yoav Segalovich providing the sole active support from Ra'am.
- 03By securing the abstentions of United Torah Judaism and Ra'am, Benjamin Netanyahu's opposing bloc would be reduced to 46 seats.
- 04The strategy assumes the Joint List would not oppose the government, allowing Eisenkot to bypass direct negotiations with them.
- 05Avigdor Lieberman opposes the plan, stating he rejects any government that depends on Arab or Haredi parties.
- 06United Torah Judaism's potential support is linked to demands for a law exempting Haredim from military service.
- 07President Isaac Herzog is set to begin consultations next week to assign the mandate to form the next government.
Under the proposed strategy, Eisenkot's bloc of 48 seats would gain the active support of MK Yoav Segalovich, bringing its total to 49 votes. By securing the abstentions of United Torah Judaism and the remaining members of Ra'am, the opposing bloc led by Benjamin Netanyahu would be reduced to 46 seats. This would allow the minority government to be sworn in with a 49-46 majority, operating under the assumption that the Joint List would not vote against a government that prevents Netanyahu from taking office.
The plan faces significant political hurdles, including opposition from Avigdor Lieberman, who rejects any government dependent on Arab or Haredi parties. Additionally, United Torah Judaism's support may depend on resolving complex demands regarding military conscription exemptions. Meanwhile, President Isaac Herzog is scheduled to begin consultations next week to assign the mandate to form a government.
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