The Likud Central Committee approved all three proposals submitted by Prime Minister Netanyahu, including eight reserved slots on the party's Knesset list, according to multiple Israeli media reports. The proposal to allow sitting MKs to run in districts passed by a narrow margin of six votes.
The vote, held Monday evening, saw a turnout of approximately 73% of the party's central committee members. The three proposals were: changes to the party's electoral rules (passed 68–52), allowing incumbent MKs and ministers to run in districts (passed 60–59, a margin of six votes), and eight reserved slots for Prime Minister Netanyahu (passed 68–51). The reserved slots extend to the 30th spot on the national list, according to reports by N12's Dvir Jabra.
The outcome represents a significant victory for Netanyahu, who had threatened to leave the party if his demands were not met. As The Zioneer reported in prior coverage, the push for reserved slots had triggered months of internal infighting, with senior Likud figures arguing it would undermine the party's democratic character. The narrow approval of the incumbents' clause suggests lingering divisions; some party members have indicated they may challenge the outcome in court.
The party's announcement at midnight Monday said nearly 75% of voters supported the Netanyahu-Katz proposal. The results are expected to be formally ratified ahead of the August 17 primaries.
17 developments
- StrongLikud Constitution Committee approves 8 reserved slots for Netanyahu on Knesset list
- DevelopingNetanyahu to receive 8 reserved slots on Likud list, MK Buaron says
- DevelopingMinister Eli Cohen expects Netanyahu to receive 6-7 'reserved' Knesset seats in Likud primary
- StrongNetanyahu, Katz nearing agreement on Likud reserved slots ahead of primaries
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