The new Haredi political party 'Hakahal' (The Assembly) officially launched on Wednesday in Jerusalem, according to a report by Eli Hirschman. Temporary chairman Shlomo Alboym, an independent council member in Bnei Brak, stated the party aims for internal primaries, ending ethnic discrimination, and transparency.
As The Zioneer reported on Saturday, the party had announced plans to launch a public campaign on Tuesday. On Wednesday, the party officially launched in Jerusalem. Temporary chairman Shlomo Alboym said the party will hold internal primaries and combat ethnic discrimination. The party's website previously reported over 70,000 registered supporters. The launch marks a new political initiative within the Haredi community, distinct from the Jerusalem Faction, which advocates non-cooperation with state institutions.
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