Likud officials ‘hope for a miracle’ as haredi parties weigh joining Eisenkot government - analysis
As Netanyahu works to block an Eisenkot government, Likud officials concede privately that if UTJ gets an acceptable draft arrangement, “all that remains is to put our trust in God.”
Yashar leader Gadi Eisenkot has been tasked with forming a government following Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's mandate. This has raised concerns among Likud officials, who fear haredi (ultra-Orthodox) parties may join the coalition. Likud has been actively working to prevent this outcome by attempting to sway MKs from the anti-Netanyahu bloc, exploring ways to bring Avigdor Liberman back, and encouraging ministers to approach haredi associates.
Despite Netanyahu's calls for a national unity government, disagreements persist over coalition composition and policy guidelines. Likud officials acknowledge their lack of tools to keep haredi parties in the right-wing bloc, and they place their hopes on Rabbi Dov Lando, whose views have long been a point of contention. Some officials even express hope for a miracle in ensuring the haredi parties remain on Netanyahu's side.
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