Today the Minister of Health of Israel Yaakov Litsman informed Prime Minister Netanyahu of his resignation - because of the decision to conduct transport infrastructure works on Saturday.
"Likud" is trying to achieve a compromise, according to which Litsman will step down, but his party "Yaadut ha-Torah" will remain in the coalition.
Meanwhile, Labor Minister Haim Katz announced this morning his decision to approve the work plan that will be held on Saturday, and explained: "After carefully studying the issue, I authorized only carrying out vital work to ensure the safety of the railway movement. In addition, I made sure that passengers can make regular trips by rail on weekdays. "