The Key Is in Haredi Hands: Can a 61-Seat Majority Be Reached Without Netanyahu?
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Israel has 120 members of Knesset. To form a government, a coalition must receive the support of at least 61 members of Knesset. Israeli media is now discussing an important question: Is it possible to form such a coalition without Benjamin Netanyahu?
The Haredi parties are at the center of the debate. Their number of seats can decide which bloc reaches 61. For this reason, every political bloc is trying to speak with these parties and understand what they want. Among the central issues are military service for yeshiva students, funding for educational institutions, and religious questions in the state.
Each Haredi party has different positions and goals. In the past, these parties have cooperated with various governments, sometimes from the right and sometimes from the center. But each time, they set clear conditions before agreeing to join a coalition. Therefore, the negotiations between the blocs are not simple, and they may take a long time.
At present, the question remains open. The outcome depends on the negotiations between the parties, the agreements that are reached, and the decisions of the members of Knesset. It is worth following updates in the media, because the political situation can change quickly.
Sources: היום
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