Mati Tuchfeld, Channel 14's political desk head, said Thursday that MK Dan Illouz had denied earlier reports of his intention to leave Likud, and estimated Illouz will be placed 20th on Avigdor Liberman's Yisrael Beiteinu slate. Tuchfeld also criticized Liberman's expectation of 30 seats.
Channel 14 political desk head Mati Tuchfeld reported Thursday that MK Dan Illouz had denied his earlier reports of leaving the Likud, but now estimates Illouz will be placed 20th on Avigdor Liberman's Yisrael Beiteinu slate. Tuchfeld also criticized Liberman's expectation of 30 seats, questioning who would continue to join a list that has already exceeded its realistic capacity.
On Wednesday, Aug 5, at 20:12 Jerusalem, multiple reports confirmed Illouz's move. Initial reports said Illouz, who broke with Likud over the Haredi draft-exemption bill, had joined Yisrael Beiteinu and would receive a realistic spot on the slate. Shortly after, Amit Segal reported that Illouz would be given a realistic spot, and The Zioneer reported the official joining. The reports did not specify a number.
Tuchfeld, a prominent political commentator known for his deep sourcing within the Likud, had previously reported that Illouz was in contact with other parties. Illouz's departure from Likud followed internal disagreements over the Haredi draft exemption bill, as The Zioneer reported on Wednesday.
The exact slot on the Yisrael Beiteinu slate has not been officially confirmed by Illouz or by Liberman's party. Tuchfeld's estimate of 20th place, while informed, remains unverified.
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