In big, improbable shift, UTJ said to consider supporting an Eisenkot-led minority government
United Torah Judaism (UTJ) is exploring options to support a minority government led by Gadi Eisenkot, potentially ending its alliance with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. UTJ would likely remain outside the government, providing outside support. This development could significantly impact Israel's political landscape following recent inconclusive Knesset elections.
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- โ UTJ officials are considering supporting an Eisenkot-led minority government without joining it.
- โ The potential arrangement would see UTJ remain outside the government, providing outside support.
- โ Military-service exemptions for Haredi Jews remain a hurdle in any potential deal.
What changed
UTJ is now considering supporting an Eisenkot-led minority government, a significant departure from its previous alliance with Netanyahu.
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UTJ considers supporting Eisenkot-led minority government
United Torah Judaism (UTJ) is exploring options to support a minority government led by Gadi Eisenkot, potentially ending its alliance with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. UTJ would likely remain outside the government, providing outside support. This development could significantly impact Israel's political landscape following recent inconclusive Knesset elections.
Why it matters
The potential shift in UTJ's stance comes after criticism of its longstanding alliance with Netanyahu. Eisenkot, a former IDF chief, has emerged as a possible alternative to Netanyahu. The move could have significant implications for Israel's politics, particularly regarding issues like the Haredi draft exemption.
What is confirmed
- UTJ officials are considering supporting an Eisenkot-led minority government without joining it.
- The potential arrangement would see UTJ remain outside the government, providing outside support.
- Military-service exemptions for Haredi Jews remain a hurdle in any potential deal.
Still unconfirmed
- UTJ chairman Yaakov Asher firmly denies any talks about supporting an Eisenkot-led government.
What to watch next
- Eisenkot's discussions with other parties, particularly Arab Ra'am party
- UTJ's final decision on supporting an Eisenkot-led government
- Netanyahu's response to potential defection of UTJ
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- The Times of Israel โ In big, improbable shift, UTJ said to consider supporting an Eisenkot-led minority government
- Ynetnews โ Netanyahu ally offers Eisenkot path to PM, demands Haredi draft exemption
- news.sbs.co.kr โ "Casting Vote" Ultra-Orthodox Party in Israel Shows Signs of Breaking Away From Netanyahu
- ููุงูุฉ ุตุฏู ูููุฒ โ Report: Yahdut Torah Offers Support to Eizenkots Government from Outside the Coalition - Sada News Agency
- The Times of Israel โ UTJ sources proposing to back Eisenkot from outside the government โ report
- The Jerusalem Post โ Deri rejects change bloc coalition without Likud as UTJ eyes talks
- www.israelnationalnews.com โ Report: UTJ considers backing Eisenkot minority government
- votendi.com โ UTJ Weighs Backing Eisenkot Minority Government | Votendi
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