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Ultra-Orthodox Likud Warns of Infiltration Threat to Democracy

2/26/2026

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The ultra-Orthodox wing of Israel's Likud warned Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that activists infiltrate the movement to influence it, undermining democracy.
The wing's letter calls for mechanisms to ensure true supporters join Likud.
Haredi membership in Likud has surged amid a push for new members in the draft-exemption debate.
The growth may signal a shift toward influencing politics, where the community has long engaged through United Torah Judaism and Shas.

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The ultra-Orthodox wing of Israel's Likud warned Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that activists infiltrate the movement to influence it, undermining democracy.
The wing's letter calls for mechanisms to ensure true supporters join Likud.
Haredi membership in Likud has surged amid a push for new members in the draft-exemption debate.
The growth may signal a shift toward influencing politics, where the community has long engaged through United Torah Judaism and Shas.