Shas Sets Condition for Next Government
Shas faction chairman Yinon Azoulay announced that regulating the status of yeshiva students will be a fundamental condition of the party for any coalition after the elections, and made clear that Shas will no longer…
Assessment
Shas is drawing a red line for post-election coalition talks, making the legal status of yeshiva students a non-negotiable condition. The party's faction chair signals a shift away from temporary arrangements, which could complicate coalition formation if other parties resist. Watch whether this demand becomes a sticking point in negotiations or a bargaining chip.