Fatwa against Arab participation in Jerusalem election
Fatwa declares participation in Jerusalem elections 'prohibited by Islamic law.'
Fatwa declares participation in Jerusalem elections 'prohibited by Islamic law.'
Environmental Protection Minister Elkin assesses that Jerusalem mayoral race will be between himself and haredi candidate Yossi Deitch.
Barkat reportedly convinced hareidi candidate to stay in the race, drawing votes from Leon.
Nir Barkat's camp says it is worried that a low election turnout could gift Moshe Lion victory.
With the absence of a hassidic candidate, communities told to vote in line with the advice of local rabbis.