Ultra-Orthodox factions signal openness to coalition talks beyond Netanyahu

United Torah Judaism has begun informal contacts with circles around Defence Minister Boaz Eisenkot, though prospects for joining opposition blocs remain distant. The party maintains full military draft exemption as a precondition for any coalition move. Analysts suggest the overtures are partly aimed at demonstrating to Netanyahu that Ultra-Orthodox factions are not locked into his coalition and to strengthen their negotiating position.

Sources: Israel Hayom

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