United Torah Judaism is reportedly set to absent itself from the Knesset vote on the controversial broadcast law, with a party source saying 'media is not our issue.' Shas will support the bill, clearing the coalition's path to passage, according to N12.
United Torah Judaism is expected to absent itself from tonight's Knesset plenum vote on Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi's broadcast law, according to a report by Eli Hirshman (N12). A UTJ MK told the reporter that 'media is not our issue,' while another party source cited concerns over Shabbat desecration. Shas will support the bill, ensuring its passage despite the UTJ absence.
As The Zioneer reported on July 6, UTJ leaders Yitzhak Goldknopf and Moshe Gafni had previously stated they would vote against the bill. The party had also drawn red lines on Shabbat sanctity in the law's provisions. The vote is expected to take place later today, with the final outcome contingent on coalition discipline.
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