Coalition agreement with Independence faction to be formed overnight
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The coalition negotiations held by the Independence Faction Negotiations Director Shalom Simhon, Knesset Member Zeev Elkin, Likud attorney David Shomron and the Labor faction's legal advisor are expected to go on all night, with the intention of forming an agreement by Tuesday morning. MK Elkin is expected to meet with the prime minister Monday night to update him on the progress.
Both Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Ehud Barak wish to complete the negotiations by Monday night in order to present if for the Knesset's approval by Wednesday. (Attila Somfalvi)
