Chairman Amir Peretz of the Labor-Gesher-Meretz bloc told a Thursday-afternoon faction meeting, "As I announced before the elections, I support the establishment of a narrow government led by Benny Gantz, with the support of the Joint List."
Peretz added, "The move is having difficulties within the parties, and the announcement by Orly Levi-Abekasis [opposing him -ed.] increases the difficulties in realizing this important move. Despite the difficult feelings, I continue to maintain contact Member of Knesset Levi-Abekasis and hope to coordinate future activities with her." He also said, "I would like to appeal to all political activists from all parties, and urge them to keep maintain restraint and not cross red lines. I strongly condemn threats made against MK Orly Levi-Abekasis."