Political commentator Mati Tuchfeld (Channel 14) reports exclusively that Ayelet Shaked is in talks to join Benny Gantz's Blue and White list and told him she will make a final decision by today. The report follows earlier indications, reported by The Zioneer, that Shaked was expected to decide today on a joint run with Gantz.
Political commentator Mati Tuchfeld (Channel 14) published an exclusive report on Sunday morning stating that former justice minister Ayelet Shaked is in talks to join Benny Gantz's Blue and White party. According to Tuchfeld, Shaked told him: 'I will make a final decision today.' The report confirms the timeline indicated earlier in the day.
At 11:04 Jerusalem, The Zioneer reported (citing political commentator Shalom Stein) that Shaked was expected to decide today whether to join Gantz, following the effective dissolution of the 'unity bloc,' which improved her chances of crossing the electoral threshold. The earlier report noted that Shaked's prospects had improved after the bloc's dissolution, setting the stage for today's expected decision.
Background: As The Zioneer reported on August 6, Amit Segal (N12) revealed that Gantz and Shaked were in talks for a joint run, with Gantz set to lead the list and Shaked offered a senior government role. The current reports indicate the talks have progressed, with a decision expected imminently.
It remains unclear whether Shaked will formally join the Blue and White list or whether the alliance will take a different form. No official statement has been issued by either party.
2 developments
- DevelopingAmit Segal: Gantz and Shaked in talks for joint run; Gantz to lead, offer Shaked senior role
- StrongEdelstein, Shaked meet with Gantz, Simchi to explore unification
- DevelopingReport: Ayelet Shaked in talks with Yisrael Beytenu chairman Avigdor Liberman on joint run
- DevelopingSegal: Gantz insists on top spot, stalling talks; Erdan, Edelstein likely to announce this week
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