The surprising statement of Torah Judaism officials: "We prefer Liberman as prime minister over Eisenkot" | Ari Kalman

Officials in Torah Judaism said this evening that if the choice for prime minister is between Avigdor Liberman and Gadi Eisenkot, they would prefer the Yisrael Beiteinu chairman. Meanwhile, in Shas, a wave of resignations is expected following the election results.

Officials in Torah Judaism said this evening (Sunday) that if the choice for prime minister is between Avigdor Liberman and Gadi Eisenkot, they would prefer the Yisrael Beiteinu chairman. "We worked with him, we know how to work with him, he is a man who keeps his word - we prefer him as prime minister," the officials said. These remarks come as the contacts between the ultra-Orthodox parties and both sides continue. For now, neither Liberman nor Eisenkot have spoken directly with the ultra-Orthodox representatives, but mediators are working behind the scenes. On Liberman's side, Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Lion, Avi Abuchatzira, and Jackie Ben Zaken are involved. On Eisenkot's side, David Shapira is involved. Torah Judaism is awaiting direct talks with the two candidates, which are expected after Eisenkot received the mandate today. Meanwhile, in Shas, the turmoil continues following the election results, and additional resignations are expected alongside Aryeh Deri's departure from the Knesset.