Eisenkot bloc leaders fear Bennett may prefer new elections over partnering with haredi parties
Negotiations to establish an Eisenkot bloc government continue to expose disagreements among the potential coalition partners, with questions now emerging about Bennett's position.
In recent discussions within the Eisenkot bloc, concerns are growing regarding Prime Minister Naftali Bennett's stance on forming a government with haredi parties. Both Gadi Eisenkot and Avigdor Liberman, key bloc leaders, are divided over the proposed coalition framework, particularly concerning compromises required on military conscription.
While Eisenkot and Liberman aim to bring haredi parties into the coalition, they differ on timing and the possibility of securing Shas's agreement. Bennet, however, has remained silent on his position, avoiding taking a clear stance on haredi draft concessions. This silence has raised suspicions within the Eisenkot bloc that he may prefer another election over partnering with haredi parties.
Despite Eisenkot trusting Bennett and supporting him, the bloc's leaders admit that they are not actively involved in the negotiations with haredi parties. The contrast between Bennett's silence on the haredi issue and his persistent statements about military service has further fueled the speculation among the bloc's members.
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