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Smotrich Demands Written Pledge from Feiglin on Netanyahu Endorsement
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First reported by Mako · Sep 1, 2026
What happened
A new clause in the joint electoral agreement between Bezalel Smotrich's Religious Zionism and Moshe Feiglin's Otzma Yehudit requires both leaders to formally recommend Benjamin Netanyahu for prime minister. The provision was reportedly added due to Smotrich's distrust of Feiglin's political independence.
- 01Smotrich and Feiglin agreed to endorse Netanyahu for PM.
- 02The clause was added due to Smotrich's distrust of Feiglin.
- 03Feiglin previously stated he was not bound to any candidate.
- 04Feiglin's camp confirmed the clause but denied it was imposed.
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Full coverage · 25 outlets
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SrugimRight · HebrewSep 2, 2026
Smotrich Demands Written Pledge from Feiglin on Netanyahu Endorsement
MakoCenter · HebrewSep 2, 2026
Far-Right Leaders Smotrich and Feiglin Bury Hatchet for Political Alliance
N12Center · HebrewSep 2, 2026
Religious Zionism and Identity Parties Announce Unity Amidst Past Feuds
Now 14Right · HebrewSep 2, 2026
Feiglin Explains Religious Zionist-Identity Party Merger as Broad Appeal
MignewsUnrated · RussianSep 1, 2026
Netanyahu Welcomes Alliance Between Religious Zionism and Zehut Parties
Now 14Right · HebrewSep 1, 2026
Smotrich Urges Joint Run for Right-Wing Parties, Cites 70-Seat Potential
The Times of IsraelCenter · EnglishSep 1, 2026
Smotrich and Feiglin Unite Parties for Upcoming Elections
Israel National NewsRight · EnglishSep 1, 2026
Smotrich and Feiglin Forge Alliance for Upcoming Elections
Kikar HaShabbatRight · HebrewSep 1, 2026
Smotrich and Feiglin Unite Right-Wing Factions, Urge Ofer Winter to Join
Behadrei HaredimRight · HebrewSep 1, 2026
Religious Zionism and Zehut Parties Unite for Upcoming Elections
Channel 9Unrated · RussianSep 1, 2026
Religious Zionism and Zehut Form Technical Alliance Ahead of Elections
Behadrei HaredimRight · HebrewSep 1, 2026
Far-Right Parties Forge Joint Knesset Run Ahead of Elections
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