Likud and Religious Zionism sign surplus agreement; Ben-Gvir left to choose partner

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and Finance Minister Smotrich signed a surplus agreement between Likud and Religious Zionism, leaving Otzma Yehudit leader Ben-Gvir to either sign with the 'Amichai Israel' party or remain isolated. If the latter fails to pass the electoral threshold, the agreement would be void. This reflects ongoing coalition maneuvering ahead of elections, with Ben-Gvir's political positioning uncertain.