Netanyahu Moves to Include Moshe Kahlon as Likud Prepares for Leadership List Battle

First reported by Behadrei Haredim · 1 day ago

What happened

Benjamin Netanyahu is negotiating to include Moshe Kahlon in Likud's candidate list, with Israel Katz expected in a top-three spot and Gideon Sa'ar in the top ten. The party awaits primary results to finalize rankings and reserved slots.

• 01Netanyahu seeks to add Moshe Kahlon to Likud's candidate list to boost votes.
• 02Israel Katz is promised a top-three spot, likely settling at fourth place.
• 03Gideon Sa'ar is expected to be placed within the top ten candidates.
• 04Likud debates reserved slots between veteran members and newcomers.
• 05Primary results will determine final candidate rankings and reserved slots.
• 06Tali Gottlieb's position on the list remains uncertain amid negotiations.

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