Ultra-Orthodox parties face mandate reduction after election results

Shas and United Torah Judaism, which expected to wield significant negotiating power after elections, face disappointment with reduced mandates as final vote counts are completed. The ultra-Orthodox street is focused on internal debates over ‘the ultra-Orthodox public’ and ‘black flag’ movements that vowed to continue their campaign. The parties had hoped to leverage their position to demand draft exemption legislation.

Sources: Ynet

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