Winter: I will only join the government if the Haredi conscription law is passed

Ofer Winter, leader of the People of Israel party, has reportedly turned down an offer from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to secure five guaranteed spots on the Likud party list. Winter stated that he would only consider joining the government if the Haredi conscription law is passed first. He emphasized that while he supports the Prime Minister, he refuses to merge with politicians whose records are tainted by the events of October 7. This stance highlights ongoing political tensions as the Israeli government navigates potential cabinet shifts. Winter, a former senior military commander, continues to advocate for significant changes to current policy.