TV: Kahlon in ‘advanced talks’ with Likud on merger

Israeli television says Kulanu leader Moshe Kahlon is in “advanced talks” with Likud on the possibility of merging his party with his former right-wing party.

According to the Kan public broadcaster, a decision on the merger could be announced by the middle of next week.

According to the election results, which are not final, Kulanu is set to receive four seats and Likud is projected to win 35.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (R) and Finance Minister Moshe Kahlon at a press conference at the Prime Minister’s Office in Jerusalem on October 9, 2018. (Hadas Parush/Flash90)

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