Long Night Meeting Ends with Decision on Knesset Dissolution Vote by Torah Judaism
Leaders Consult Ahead of Critical Vote
In a lengthy meeting conducted late into the night, Rabbi Moshe Hallel Hirsch visited Rabbi Dov Lando’s home to discuss the impending vote regarding the dissolution of the Knesset. The two are recognized as prominent leaders within the Lithuanian Haredi community, and members of the Degel HaTorah party follow their guidance.
The meeting focused on the latest proposed compromises concerning the conscription bill and the implications for the Degel HaTorah members’ stance on the Knesset dissolution vote expected tomorrow (Wednesday).
Decision to Support Knesset Dissolution
Following their discussions, it was decided that the Degel HaTorah faction would support the bill to dissolve the Knesset. The Torah Judaism party is composed of two factions: Degel HaTorah, representing the Lithuanians, and Agudat Yisrael, which represents the Hasidic community.
Previously, the Council of the Torah Elders of Agudat Yisrael had determined that its Knesset members should promote the dissolution of the Knesset, paving the way for unity in this decision.
Implications of the Decision
With this support from Degel HaTorah, the ruling coalition, which consists of 68 members, effectively holds 61 votes in conjunction with the Shas party, given that the Torah Judaism party occupies seven Knesset seats. The pivotal question now lies with Shas: will they be persuaded to refrain from supporting the dissolution of the Knesset on Wednesday?
Should Shas choose to vote in favor or abstain, the process for dissolving the Knesset will proceed.
In conclusion, the collaborative decisions from these prominent rabbinical leaders may significantly impact the upcoming political landscape in Israel, stirring discussions on governance and representation within the Knesset