Coalition Chairwoman Idit Silman: "Yes, there is a minority [of support for the compromise] and it is our role to make sure that its voice isn't strong and significant and that it does not prevail."
MK Idit Silman's remarks against compromise that would grant progressive movements greater representation at the Kotel spark criticism from Reform, Conservative Jews
As prime minister, Netanyahu brokered a deal in 2016 that would have allowed mixed-gender prayer at the site. While the plan was suspended after 18 months, Bennett says it's still on the table
Bennett vows to improve conditions at Western Wall prayer space; MK Alon Tal, who attended sit-down, says he's optimistic about improving ties between Israel and progressive Jews