In a radio interview, MK Yaakov Asher (United Torah Judaism) stated that his party is not engaged in talks about forming a coalition bloc, reiterating that their commitment is to the Torah world. He declined to comment on whether the party would sit with MK Gadi Eizenkot.
MK Yaakov Asher (UTJ) clarified the party's position in a Wednesday morning radio interview, pushing back against reports of coalition bloc negotiations. Asher stated that UTJ's only bloc is 'the Torah world,' and that any party seeking their support must accommodate the needs of Torah study. When asked about potential cooperation with National Unity party MK Gadi Eizenkot, Asher declined to comment on specific names. The statement is a key indicator of UTJ's stance amid ongoing coalition talks, where the party's support is critical for the government's stability.
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