Analysis: The changing face of Israel’s ultra-Orthodox politics

Middle East EyeNovember 11, 2026By Mera Aladam

Analysis: The changing face of Israel’s ultra-Orthodox politics ne of the most significant developments in the aftermath of the Israeli elections was the decision by United Torah Judaism (UTJ), the main ultra-Orthodox Jewish party, not to recommend Benjamin Netanyahu to form the next government. This marks a departure from years of close alliance between Netanyahu and the ultra-Orthodox, or Haredi, parties, long considered a pillar of Israeli politics. Even if the move was tactical, intended…

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